why do you want to change it to a solid axle? if it’s for security you can just buy security Quick release skewers.
psyentologists on
That’s not a thru axle, but yes, it’s likely possible to swap for a solid axle. You’ll need cone wrenches of the appropriate size (somewhere between 13-15mm), a box wrench 15-17mm, and a replacement axle, which is likely a ~~10×1~~ (edit – 9×1). You’ll probably need to regrease the hub, as well, so you will need some bearing grease.
I don’t know why you’d do this, but yeah it’s possible.
Acceptable_Grape_437 on
you totally can, but you need proper parts. the screw on the axle can differ and the cones’ gradient can differ.
plus you need a cone wrench (why not, multi size) and proper size normal wrench… and the know how.
i suggest you take it apart, take the parts (you just need axle and cones) to a bike shop so they can sell you proper replacement parts. while you are at it, you could get new balls too, if the old ones don’t look shiny (in that case, bring old ones too)
point is, what you *can’t* change is the hub’s ball’s cups, that are embedded… hence you can’t change ball size, hence cone gradient. screw size/type is a collateral.
Wolfy35 on
Maybe if you post a photo of a wheel with a thru axle we might be able to answer but the one in this photo is a QR axle that looks to have had a security skewer fitted instead of a standard lever, at least that’s my guess because your photo doesn’t show the fitting side of it
ViolinistBulky on
If that hub runs on cartridge bearings then almost certainly not. If it’s cup and cone with ball bearings, then yes. Actually it looks like you can:
Tools wise probably a 17mm spanner and a 13mm come spanner at a guess.
Affectionate-Sun9373 on
Yes. Easy swap. Take it to a bike shop, let them know, they’ll give you the axle. Your nuts and cones will fit if they are a good shop they’ll check the pitch. Greasy job, but easy.
Nervous-Rush-4465 on
Way too much work to get that adapted . Just purchase a bolt-on wheel. They are the cheapest of all types.
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that is a standard quick release axle.
why do you want to change it to a solid axle? if it’s for security you can just buy security Quick release skewers.
That’s not a thru axle, but yes, it’s likely possible to swap for a solid axle. You’ll need cone wrenches of the appropriate size (somewhere between 13-15mm), a box wrench 15-17mm, and a replacement axle, which is likely a ~~10×1~~ (edit – 9×1). You’ll probably need to regrease the hub, as well, so you will need some bearing grease.
I don’t know why you’d do this, but yeah it’s possible.
you totally can, but you need proper parts. the screw on the axle can differ and the cones’ gradient can differ.
plus you need a cone wrench (why not, multi size) and proper size normal wrench… and the know how.
i suggest you take it apart, take the parts (you just need axle and cones) to a bike shop so they can sell you proper replacement parts. while you are at it, you could get new balls too, if the old ones don’t look shiny (in that case, bring old ones too)
point is, what you *can’t* change is the hub’s ball’s cups, that are embedded… hence you can’t change ball size, hence cone gradient. screw size/type is a collateral.
Maybe if you post a photo of a wheel with a thru axle we might be able to answer but the one in this photo is a QR axle that looks to have had a security skewer fitted instead of a standard lever, at least that’s my guess because your photo doesn’t show the fitting side of it
If that hub runs on cartridge bearings then almost certainly not. If it’s cup and cone with ball bearings, then yes. Actually it looks like you can:
https://youtu.be/VFeUG-88WA4?si=S0TFiZEncxIT8FL4
Tools wise probably a 17mm spanner and a 13mm come spanner at a guess.
Yes. Easy swap. Take it to a bike shop, let them know, they’ll give you the axle. Your nuts and cones will fit if they are a good shop they’ll check the pitch. Greasy job, but easy.
Way too much work to get that adapted . Just purchase a bolt-on wheel. They are the cheapest of all types.