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Old 08-24-08 | 02:34 PM
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Silly skewer question...

Having just purchased locking skewers for my commuter bike I'm curious if they should be greased before I instal them? I know its a silly question but I'm learning.
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Old 08-24-08 | 02:44 PM
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Yes, a small amount of grease will do just fine & it helps to inhibit rust on steel skewers.
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Old 08-24-08 | 03:08 PM
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I figured. Thanks!
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Old 08-24-08 | 09:04 PM
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or a little liquid lube of some sort
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