Axle too short for trailer coupler?
07-18-08, 12:08 AM
#1
Newbie
Thread Starter
Join Date: Jul 2008
Posts: 4
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
Axle too short for trailer coupler?
I have a Trek 7.3 on which I'm trying to install a Schwinn/Instep coupler for our child trailer. The coupler attaches to the back axle (quick release). However, it seems that the axle is just barley enough as is; when I add the coupler, the axle will not reach through to meet the nut on the other side. Has anyone else experienced this, and is there a solution? The couple attaches fine to my old junker hybrid, but I'd much prefer to use the new ride for the trailer.
Thanks.
Thanks.
07-18-08, 02:57 AM
#2
Senior Member
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Long Beach, ca
Posts: 952
Bikes: RadRunner Plus, Kona Dew Deluxe
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 0 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 3 Times
in
3 Posts
Yep, I had the same exact problem with that coupler on my Electra Townie. I did not find a good solution and had to MacGuyver a hitch.
07-18-08, 03:42 AM
#3
Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2004
Posts: 184
Mentioned: 0 Post(s)
Tagged: 0 Thread(s)
Quoted: 4 Post(s)
Likes: 0
Liked 0 Times
in
0 Posts
Some quick release skewers are longer than others, i'd try taking it to a shop, generic skewers are often a little longer to accommodate the beefiest possible dropouts.
