hi all,


Question: I have an old carbonite Pug with quick release levers. It's my 'rat bike', as in: a bit too much rust to be beautiful or stealable but it rides great. (this is the bike in new condition. mine isnt :-) https://www.peugeotshow.com/1983nl/1983nl_13.jpg )


I want to replave the quick release with something not-so-quick. Just to make sure people wont steal/'borrow' the wheels. But I have no idea with what to replace those.
Can I just pick up a 'thread' with fitting bolts at the local hardware store? Or should I look into something else?


Are there other, better ways to do this?


I'll be glad to hear/see them!


Best regards,


Jan

Something like this perhaps:

https://deltacycle.com/hublox-security-skewers

There are bolt type skewers which replace the traditional skewers for both front and real wheels.
Pretty common item.

If you decide to convert to bolts, you will need to replace the entire axle set.
Same brand replacement axle set generally will make it easier.

Cone diameter and ball surface radius are the key.
rusty

In a pinch, I found some allthread at a local hardware store, a couple of nuts, and a pile of washers (to keep them from bending). I don't remember the exact size... maybe 1/8 or 3/16???

It got me home, although I'm not sure that would be my solution for everyday riding.

Security skewers. Right!
It looks like I found something like that over here, too. Seems to be the most easy solution.


Thanks! Hope to pick something similar up this afternoon.
Replace them tonight, use them tomorrow. For safety's sake, I will take the originals with me as well. You never know...


Cheers!

Order an extra key.

the skewers with a hex nut (no key) are usually pretty cheap. stop the casual borrower.

Why not get a tap, a couple allen bolts and some washers? Tap the inside of the axle, thread in the bolts and off you go. Use a fractional size allen so the usual tools don't fit for anti theft.
That is basically the set up that came on a bullseye hub I bought in the 80's.....hollow axle and a skewer, bolts and washers also were included. Worked as a road hub or bmx, take you pick.