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Old 10-10-14 | 11:01 AM
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FBinNY
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Bikes: too many bikes from 1967 10s (5x2)Frejus to a Sumitomo Ti/Chorus aluminum 10s (10x2), plus one non-susp mtn bike I use as my commuter

Originally Posted by Zeroshift
Ok, this is what I tried. For he bracket that was in the back, I held it in place with my hand. I spun the wheel, and that bracket does indeed feel like its tight. I think thats why I am having the problem right now with whats going on. So its just the bracket then that needs to be loosened up I think?
If "bracket" means sprocket cassette or the ratchet mechanism inside, then "loosening" may or may not be appropriate. It's probably sticky with dried grease, not actually tight. So the answer isn't to loosen it but to add some oil to make it run more freely or "looser".

How to add the oil varies slightly with the type of hub. If you bought the wheel locally, let the seller fix this for you, or seek out a bike co-op, or a knowledgeable friend for help. (if you put where you live into your profile, someone might point you to a local resource).
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