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Old 12-11-12 | 01:34 PM
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Originally Posted by mparker326
Can I service the bearings on one of these without removing the freewheel?
Definitely easy! Easier than a "standard" FW

I wouldn't try (again) removing the lock ring without the proper tool. I mashed the only one I tried. A water pump pliers "might" work if the ring isn't too tight, but you really don't know how tight it is until you screw it up.
Besides, removing the FW doesn't gain an real advantage.

The bearings are located on the outside, so VERY easy to get to. 5/32" balls.
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