Originally Posted by Lurker1999
I think I'm missing a step in trying to disassemble this hub for an overhaul. I can't quite tell when or how I'm supposed to hit the hub (counterclockwise, I assume) and what it's supposed to loosen up. Here is a picture of the current state of the right side of the hub. I also took pictures of all the parts I've removed so far (in order) from the right side (top row) and the left side (bottom row). I also lifted out the driver (see here:
http://www.karrot.org/ascotto/three_speed/exploded.html as 25) but I can't see how I can get the ball cage out of this part. Are those bearings not replacable?
Where am I supposed to hit the hub to remove the right-hand ball ring? Is it the notch that I'm pointing to with the screwdriver? Thanks for looking.
When you unthread the ball ring from the hub shell, you might want to use a brass punch so as not to mar the notches. When you get to the end of the threads, go slowly and carfully, pulling on the ring and mark both the unit and the hub at the point where the thread releases. This is because the thread is a double start and at re assembly, it's important to engage both starts at once. It can be done without marking, but it is a small precaution that makes it easier.
Dan Burkhart
www.boomerbicycle.ca