I know I need to replace this rear hub, but not sure what kit to get. Any links to parts would be appreciated. Preferably eBay. It’s a Mongoose model# R1769WM.
by Helpful_Roll4372
I know I need to replace this rear hub, but not sure what kit to get. Any links to parts would be appreciated. Preferably eBay. It’s a Mongoose model# R1769WM.
by Helpful_Roll4372
17 Comments
A new bike.
A whole new wheel is probably the easiest and cheapest solution.
Replacing the wheel will be a lot less hassle than trying to get those bearings sorted out if you’re not used to this kind of stuff. Just get the important info like tyre size, rim width, axle length, axle thickness, etc. Etc. And have a look around.
As it’s a rear wheel, you’ll need to pick up a new cassette and the corresponding lockring/freewheel tool to go with your shiny new wheel.
Need more details , but I doubt you can just take it apart ,grease and put it together.
Without seeing more , I would look for a complete picture wheel at the point. Will probably be cheaper in the long run
You’ll most likely need a new axle and ball bearings. For assembly you usually need a 15mm cone wrench and a 17mm wrench but that varies. You may also need a freewheel remover
A drink.. or multiple
You should take the wheel all the way off and take a look at the cup and cones ( the two surfaces that hold the bearings) on each side. Anything that is rough or bumpy needs to be replaced. Or you can just shove a bunch of grease in there and put it all back together.
As has been mentioned already, time for a new wheel, possibly a new bike.
If this wheel is any indicator, the drivetrain may need replacing and the service will quickly surpass the value of this bike.
Agree with the idea of a new wheel. For all you know one or more bearings have already fallen out.
Dont know if this is a dirt jumping bike. But if it is not a DJ bike, buy a rear wheel with a QR skewer. It will simplify your bike maintenance.
Keep the old wheel to learn how to service hubs and bearing
Servicing a wheel like this is so easy. Start taking it apart and service it
You need to put that thing in the scrap metal pile honestly
An entirely new wheel. No telling what other not so obvious mechanical dangers lurk.
Looks like the cone on the axle either broke or moved too far down the axle. A mechanic could fix this by replacing the cones, a part of the wheel bearing that screws onto the axle. It would be cheaper to fix than to buy a new wheel.
Single speed of fixed gear conversion is what I’ve done several times. I live in a mostly flat area.
New bike?
The hub is toast. So, a new wheel, but really you could just look at the used bike market and find a good bike for the same amount you would spend on a new wheel. Bike prices are about half of what they were 4 years ago. Trek, Specialized and Giant are the big three brands that make quality bikes that range from the lowest to the highest end, but if it’s been made in the past 15 years, I can almost guarantee it’s going to be better than this one. There’s obviously several other great brands out there but they tend to be the ones you’ll see the most of. When you get it, do yourself a favor and keep it inside when not in use, bike components don’t handle the elements well and if they get rusty, there’s not much you can do.
To take it easy 😳