I've currently got a QR on my wheel and it seems to slip just a little every day. I probably readjust it every week. I would like to replace this QR with a nuts and bolt system. Does anyone know what size I should use as a replacement (is the size standard?) and where I can buy the nuts and bolt? Thanks.

Matt

It's not as simple as you think the entire axle has to be replaced. Best bet is to take it to the shop and let them play with it.

I 'm using these on my fixed gear Only had the bike together for a week or so but they seem to be doing the job. I also bought a second set for my mountain bike just for a little bit of security over the QR levers.
They fit both my bikes fine with no adjustment, you could probably cut them down a little if need be.

I would advise aginst the bolt on skewers and replace the axle with a cro-moly threaded axle, don't waste your time with a cheepie steel axle they strech and flex too much. What you may have to replace is the axle, the bearing cones, cone jam nuts and any spacers you use. But you may be able to find an axle that has the same threads as you current cones and other parts. Measure the distance between your dropouts so you get a axle long enough to put some good nuts on the outside of the D.O.. I would also advise getting the good two piece track nuts with the built in washer that stays in place while you tighten the nut. The cheap one piece nuts with the big flat areas and ridiges tend to tear up your dropouts.

That's exactly what I was looking for! Thanks so much for the post.

Matt

Boss Hogg,

Thanks for the info. I am looking to get a track hub in a while anyway, so the bolt on skewers are just to hold me over for a few months. Thanks again for the info though. Will be useful in the future. Thanks again.