Centering rear wheel?
09-14-12 | 12:25 PM
#51
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We all have dealt with flipping the bike upside down and pushing/pulling the wrench to torque the nuts. It isn't a problem.
I will try to be helpful. let's see
1) try screwing the nuts all way to the frame before centering so getting them tight doesnt take much turning
2) center the wheel - easy because you have the built in centering screws
3)get the nuts finger tight and double check the wheel is still centered and chain tension is how you like- adjust centering screws and wheel as necessary
4) take your wrench and tighten both nuts evenly. Evenly, meaning screwing one side a little then the other until they are both sufficiently tight
assuming your track nuts are good you shouldnt have a problem
I will try to be helpful. let's see
1) try screwing the nuts all way to the frame before centering so getting them tight doesnt take much turning
2) center the wheel - easy because you have the built in centering screws
3)get the nuts finger tight and double check the wheel is still centered and chain tension is how you like- adjust centering screws and wheel as necessary
4) take your wrench and tighten both nuts evenly. Evenly, meaning screwing one side a little then the other until they are both sufficiently tight
assuming your track nuts are good you shouldnt have a problem
09-14-12 | 12:28 PM
#52
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Tighten the wheel using axle nuts, first. THEN use the chain tug/tensioner as a backup. I don't use the chain tensioner to set the wheel.
The purpose of the chain tensioner is not to set the wheel. The purpose is to keep the wheel from sliding forward under heavy load like climbing or sprinting.
The purpose of the chain tensioner is not to set the wheel. The purpose is to keep the wheel from sliding forward under heavy load like climbing or sprinting.
09-14-12 | 12:35 PM
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09-14-12 | 12:40 PM
#54
Your cog is slipping.
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I don't think it's ever taken more than 15 seconds to install my rear wheel.
09-14-12 | 12:44 PM
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09-14-12 | 01:11 PM
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Stop turning your bike upside down. It's easier with the rubber side on the floor.
09-14-12 | 01:29 PM
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Can we please close this thread...
09-14-12 | 01:35 PM
#58
Your cog is slipping.
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Last edited by Scrodzilla; 09-14-12 at 01:40 PM.
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