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Old 11-18-17 | 09:49 PM
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From: Telford, PA

Bikes: Pinarello FP Due, Cesare track bike modified for the street.

Convert wheels to sealed bearings?

I am on my 3rd or 4th set of Vuelta track wheels. These wheels work great for me as they look great, are light and run true. The only issue is the bearings last 1.5 to 5k miles. The original set lasted 5k, then I replaced the cones and balls and they lasted 1.5 to 3k. These wheels coas as much as a tire, so I am not breaking the bank. However I would much rather have sealed bearings that have lasted 10k+ miles for me on other bikes. Is it possible to swap out the bearings by pressing out the cups and pressing in sealed bearings with an axle spacer?

Ride Safe,

Joe
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