Thread: Locknut on rear hub axle loose
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Old 02-12-09, 07:05 PM
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Also something to be aware of is-
IF the axle is a QR type, you'll actually compress the axle slightly when you tighten the QR.
You have to set the cones slightly loose to allow for this.
It'll take a little trial & error to get "the touch".
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