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I received a wheel with a Phil Wood rear hub that is so tight the wheel does not spin. Being unfamiliar with PW hubs, I have to ask if someone knows what the problem is and how to fix it. I have loosened the axle end caps. That helps a bit, but this doesn't seem right. Is there something else that should be done? TIA Peter |
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In article , peter
wrote: I received a wheel with a Phil Wood rear hub that is so tight the wheel does not spin. Being unfamiliar with PW hubs, I have to ask if someone knows what the problem is and how to fix it. I have loosened the axle end caps. That helps a bit, but this doesn't seem right. Is there something else that should be done? TIA Peter If it's a FSC/A hub, take it apart and have a look. I believe the product manuals are available online at http://www.philwood.com Perhaps some of the cartridges are not properly seated. Luke |
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In article , peter
wrote: I received a wheel with a Phil Wood rear hub that is so tight the wheel does not spin. Being unfamiliar with PW hubs, I have to ask if someone knows what the problem is and how to fix it. I have loosened the axle end caps. That helps a bit, but this doesn't seem right. Is there something else that should be done? TIA Peter If it's a FSC/A hub, take it apart and have a look. I believe the product manuals are available online at http://www.philwood.com Perhaps some of the cartridges are not properly seated. Luke |
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peter wrote in message . ..
I received a wheel with a Phil Wood rear hub that is so tight the wheel does not spin. Being unfamiliar with PW hubs, I have to ask if someone knows what the problem is and how to fix it. I have loosened the axle end caps. That helps a bit, but this doesn't seem right. Is there something else that should be done? Sounds like it needs an overhaul and bearing replacement. You could pry out the bearing seals and drench the bearings in oil in an attempt to get it to loosen up, but in the end it may be easier to send it to Phil Wood: http://www.philwood.com/pservices.htm Jeff |
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peter wrote in message . ..
I received a wheel with a Phil Wood rear hub that is so tight the wheel does not spin. Being unfamiliar with PW hubs, I have to ask if someone knows what the problem is and how to fix it. I have loosened the axle end caps. That helps a bit, but this doesn't seem right. Is there something else that should be done? Sounds like it needs an overhaul and bearing replacement. You could pry out the bearing seals and drench the bearings in oil in an attempt to get it to loosen up, but in the end it may be easier to send it to Phil Wood: http://www.philwood.com/pservices.htm Jeff |
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peter wrote:
I received a wheel with a Phil Wood rear hub that is so tight the wheel does not spin. Being unfamiliar with PW hubs, I have to ask if someone knows what the problem is and how to fix it. I have loosened the axle end caps. That helps a bit, but this doesn't seem right. Is there something else that should be done? I assume this is a used hub? With a jeweler's screwdriver or a small blade, lift a bearing seal. Are the bearings rusted solid? They are readily available at any bearing house and easily replaced. -- Andrew Muzi www.yellowjersey.org Open every day since 1 April, 1971 |
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peter wrote:
I received a wheel with a Phil Wood rear hub that is so tight the wheel does not spin. Being unfamiliar with PW hubs, I have to ask if someone knows what the problem is and how to fix it. I have loosened the axle end caps. That helps a bit, but this doesn't seem right. Is there something else that should be done? I assume this is a used hub? With a jeweler's screwdriver or a small blade, lift a bearing seal. Are the bearings rusted solid? They are readily available at any bearing house and easily replaced. -- Andrew Muzi www.yellowjersey.org Open every day since 1 April, 1971 |
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peter Wrote: I received a wheel with a Phil Wood rear hub that is so tight the wheel does not spin. Being unfamiliar with PW hubs, I have to ask if someone knows what the problem is and how to fix it. I have loosened the axle end caps. That helps a bit, but this doesn't seem right. Is there something else that should be done? TIA Peter Your hub sounds like a Field Serviceable Axle type. You should be able to remove the axle and check the bearing cartridge independently. If the cartridges themselves are the problem they ca be replaced. If the cartridges rotate with just a little seal drag yo can look under the seal to see the condition of the grease and th bearings. If all of this checks out, you have an assembly issue. If you need replacement bearings you can get them from Phil Woo dealers, other bicycle shops, or many industrial bearing houses. The chart on the Phil Wood site may help you figure out which ones yo need: http://www.philwood.com/webcatolog/pg18.htm The 6XXX series is what you will need when talking to most suppliers. However, there are differences of seals, shields, open, materials o retainers, quality of bearings, etc. that will complicate the choic somewhat -- daveornee |
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peter Wrote: I received a wheel with a Phil Wood rear hub that is so tight the wheel does not spin. Being unfamiliar with PW hubs, I have to ask if someone knows what the problem is and how to fix it. I have loosened the axle end caps. That helps a bit, but this doesn't seem right. Is there something else that should be done? TIA Peter Your hub sounds like a Field Serviceable Axle type. You should be able to remove the axle and check the bearing cartridge independently. If the cartridges themselves are the problem they ca be replaced. If the cartridges rotate with just a little seal drag yo can look under the seal to see the condition of the grease and th bearings. If all of this checks out, you have an assembly issue. If you need replacement bearings you can get them from Phil Woo dealers, other bicycle shops, or many industrial bearing houses. The chart on the Phil Wood site may help you figure out which ones yo need: http://www.philwood.com/webcatolog/pg18.htm The 6XXX series is what you will need when talking to most suppliers. However, there are differences of seals, shields, open, materials o retainers, quality of bearings, etc. that will complicate the choic somewhat -- daveornee |
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On Sun, 10 Oct 2004 18:52:46 -0500, A Muzi
wrote: peter wrote: I received a wheel with a Phil Wood rear hub that is so tight the wheel does not spin. Being unfamiliar with PW hubs, I have to ask if someone knows what the problem is and how to fix it. I have loosened the axle end caps. That helps a bit, but this doesn't seem right. Is there something else that should be done? I assume this is a used hub? With a jeweler's screwdriver or a small blade, lift a bearing seal. Are the bearings rusted solid? They are readily available at any bearing house and easily replaced. Unfortunately, it was not a used hub. It is a new one. Neither the wheel builder nor Phil Wood will respond with any help. Peter |
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