OK, alot of people use the QR lever like a wingnut, just spin it until it tightens. This is no good. A QR lever operates with a cam, and locks on. You spin the nut, close the lever, if it doesn't engage, tighten the nut a bit, and when you close the lever you want it to feel very firm. BUT, don't overtighten the lever, as you'll have problems opening it again.FrogBoy said:what thew farg does 'wingnut' mean in this context?
yeah ur right, answered it quickly and precisely... no 3 page rant .... i love u gripgrip said:Frogboy... there's no such thing as a stupid question.... only a stupid answer... as you're SURE to find sooner rather than later here on Farkin
But these two guys have answered your question perfectly.
well i have old as hell Bullit Bro's forks with V's and Tioga 2.3's...hard work getting the wheel through the pads..if care is not taken you can rip the pads around and have to spend time re-allining them...any wider tyres and i would have to let them down..RSC said:why do u need to let the tyre down, mine comes off without a lot of probs so yeh wats that a bout , unless u got 4 " wide tyres
now you have to learn how to build a 48 spoke 4-cross wheel!FrogBoy said:Guys,
I had a crack at releasing the brakes - and had no problems doing it.
Being able to take out that wheel will definately make it easier to put the bike in the car when I need to