Single Speed BMX Freewheel
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Single Speed BMX Freewheel
I have a old thread freewheel type bike wheel that I want to change to a single speed using a Shimano freewheel. Do I have to change the axle spacing of the wheel after I remove the 9speed freewheel cassette and put on the single speed freewheel, Like how people do it when converting to fixed gear. thanks in advance.
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If it is 9sp, it is a cassette, not a freewheel.
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It is a threaded cassette. I guess you're right about that if the chainline isn't straight then I would have to respace the axle. Also is there any links or tutorials on how to redish the wheel. I see some people describe on how to do it but, I kind of hard to understand. I don't have any tools except a spoke wrench.
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A spoke wrench is cheap. For a tutorial, search Sheldon Brown's web site.
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