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Old 03-09-06 | 01:12 PM
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3 speed hub

I have a SA 3 speed hub with no oil port. How do I properly maintain it? Sorry if this really belongs in the mechanic forum.
 
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Old 03-09-06 | 02:10 PM
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IMO, oil thins the grease out, and you're better off without the oil port. If the hub needs maintenance / lubrication, you can disassemble and rebuild it, it's not that hard to do and there are SA rebuild instructions available on the web.

Here's one site:
https://www.users.globalnet.co.uk/~ha...samaintind.htm
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Old 03-09-06 | 03:31 PM
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I don't think that it would be a problem to unscrew the SA indicator spindle and squirt some oil in through the axle-as long as it is lightweight oil. If you do not have an oil port you need to put some light oil in every now and then for proper lubrication.
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Old 03-09-06 | 10:26 PM
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Search the forums for 3-speed hubs. You'll find several recent articles with info. The SA hub has a great reputation for durability and water resistance, plus parts are available.
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