removing the freewheel
07-05-05 | 12:30 PM
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removing the freewheel
So I'm trying to convert a trek 520 to a fixed gear. I need to remove the freewheel from the hub but I can't get my hands on a freewhell puller. Any advice on an alternative way to get it off?
07-05-05 | 12:47 PM
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hang up your boots
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Bikes: 84 Pinarello, Trek Liquid 30, Torker CX 24, Gromada Track
In my mind i pictured reverse threaded, i was wrong...https://www.parktool.com/repair_help/FAQcogs.shtml
Last edited by ostro; 07-05-05 at 01:03 PM.
07-05-05 | 01:23 PM
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if you plan on doing this kind of thing more than once, spring for a remover and a chainwhip. otherwise get thee to the LBS.
07-05-05 | 02:02 PM
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Both LBS I went to pulled the freewheels off for free. First was the original suntour 6 speed from my Trek 460 for which I didn't want to buy the correct tool for a 1 time use. Second was to get the BMX freewheel off again so I could add a BB locknut/spacer to straighten my chainline. I bought stuff from both of them.
I think the key is to go there with the intention of walking out with the loosened part 2 minutes later. I think it's hard to justify charging $5-10 for 2 minutes labor, especially if you are also buying something. If you leave it there, then the time to remove is ambiguous and so charging is easier to do. I did ask them in advance if they sold the freewheel removers. Both said they'd have to order it. Then I asked if they could remove it.
That being said, if either store would have had the freewheel remover I needed, I would have bought it. I am still in the same boat if I need one removed again.
I think the key is to go there with the intention of walking out with the loosened part 2 minutes later. I think it's hard to justify charging $5-10 for 2 minutes labor, especially if you are also buying something. If you leave it there, then the time to remove is ambiguous and so charging is easier to do. I did ask them in advance if they sold the freewheel removers. Both said they'd have to order it. Then I asked if they could remove it.
That being said, if either store would have had the freewheel remover I needed, I would have bought it. I am still in the same boat if I need one removed again.
07-05-05 | 02:35 PM
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Originally Posted by isotopesope
one alternative would be to get a track hub rather than adhering to bumbikeology.
07-05-05 | 03:32 PM
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thanks for all the advice. I guess i could just go to my lbs and get them to do it. They're known for being jerks and they've charged me for lesser deeds before, but it's better than ordering a tool for a one time job.
07-08-05 | 06:38 AM
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OK, you only need the tool, not a chainwhip unless its a cassette
and www.biketoolsetc.com is a good place to pick one up, definitely less than $10
and www.biketoolsetc.com is a good place to pick one up, definitely less than $10
