Originally Posted by cascade168
I picked up an old bike ('83 Nishki Century) in excellent condition. I would like to convert the hubs to QR. The rear hub is 126mm O.L.W. and the measurment between the outsides of the chainstays is 134mm. I am looking at replacement axles from WheelsMfg and the closest available lengths are 137mm and 141mm.
Am I correct in assuming that the 137mm length is the one I want?
A more basic question would be - is it ok to have the 1.5mm sticking outside the dropouts, or, does it have to be flush (or less)?
If someone has a different suggestion for some other QR axle (and source), I'd appreciate that, too.
Actually is should be a bit less than flush so there is no interference between the end of the axel and QR. Also, the replacement axel has to be the same diameter as the original or you will need new cones and locknuts.