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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-26-13, 05:10 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,488
Posted By Rowan

Thanks for a good look at the changes and the...

Thanks for a good look at the changes and the results.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-25-13, 10:57 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,488
Posted By Rowan

Impressive. But it would be handy to detail the...

Impressive. But it would be handy to detail the make and model of the BB and hubs you replaced as a reference. Also over what period since you started with the faster rides.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-23-13, 05:34 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,488
Posted By Rowan

I think the answer was given early on. For the...

I think the answer was given early on. For the ordinary rider the expense is not worth the minimal gains achieved over good quality and properly adjusted steel bearings. The people who used to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-23-13, 05:24 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,488
Posted By Rowan

And finally, if you are going to replace balls in...

And finally, if you are going to replace balls in any bearing, do the set entirely together, not one or two in a set. By doing the former, you ensure the balls are all the same diameter (give or take...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-23-13, 05:15 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,488
Posted By Rowan

Anything that says "Alex wheels" makes me...

Anything that says "Alex wheels" makes me shudder.

Anyway, the other issue with cartridge bearings, if replacing them yourself, is ensuring you get the right bearing. The designation of the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-23-13, 05:04 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,488
Posted By Rowan

A racer guy told me once that a the fastest cup...

A racer guy told me once that a the fastest cup and cone bearings had very low preload on them to the point that there was minute lateral movement of the axle.That preload is key to getting the most...
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