Axle keeper add-on
08-26-09 | 08:30 AM
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Axle keeper add-on
Hey all,
I've seen some pictures on here with bikes that have axle keeper add-ons on the fork ends. They certainly look classy. Can anyone explain the the function of this add-on? I ask because the bolt rods of course are pointing in from the rear.
Also, does anyone have links to purchase this type of item? I like the looks of the item enough that if it serves a good purpose I'd like to get a set.
I've seen some pictures on here with bikes that have axle keeper add-ons on the fork ends. They certainly look classy. Can anyone explain the the function of this add-on? I ask because the bolt rods of course are pointing in from the rear.
Also, does anyone have links to purchase this type of item? I like the looks of the item enough that if it serves a good purpose I'd like to get a set.
08-26-09 | 08:37 AM
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It assume you're talking about a chain tensioner?
They make it easier to get more tension on your chain when you put your wheel in the horizontal drop outs. You "unscrew the bolts" to pull the axle farther back.
And a couple places to purchase them:
https://www.universalcycles.com/shopp...s.php?id=16797
https://www.ebikestop.com/sinz_mini_c...ck-91-6054.php
https://www.jensonusa.com/store/produ...r.aspx?sc=FRGL
https://www.jensonusa.com/store/produ...r.aspx?sc=FRGL
https://www.ebay.com
There are many different varieties, but they all pretty much serve the same purpose and are of good quality.
They make it easier to get more tension on your chain when you put your wheel in the horizontal drop outs. You "unscrew the bolts" to pull the axle farther back.
And a couple places to purchase them:
https://www.universalcycles.com/shopp...s.php?id=16797
https://www.ebikestop.com/sinz_mini_c...ck-91-6054.php
https://www.jensonusa.com/store/produ...r.aspx?sc=FRGL
https://www.jensonusa.com/store/produ...r.aspx?sc=FRGL
https://www.ebay.com
There are many different varieties, but they all pretty much serve the same purpose and are of good quality.
Last edited by leed; 08-26-09 at 08:41 AM.
08-26-09 | 09:24 AM
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Bikes: Panasonic NJS Keirin x2, Level Professional, Bianchi CUSS, GT Pulse
I use those MKS jobs as posted above. They make tensioning ad straightening your wheel extremely easy, and they look badass.
They're also very tiny, so not a big deal for gram counters.
They're also very tiny, so not a big deal for gram counters.
08-26-09 | 12:14 PM
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Bikes: 1979 Nishiki International, 1989 Dahon folder, 1999 Nishiki Backroads, 2009 Dawes SST
08-26-09 | 07:08 PM
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please dont support dan comp those guys are ******* since the company got sold... by "dan" to who ever bought it....use a mail order like albes or empire if you are going to look for bmx parts
thanks ps dans you suck cok
thanks ps dans you suck cok
08-26-09 | 08:04 PM
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IMHO if you're buying it online you're doing it wrong.
08-26-09 | 08:51 PM
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I never had a problem with them. BUT!! Support Pat Schoolen and the flatlandfuel.com gang. Very, very stand up guys.
