Post by jakecastle on Nov 10, 2006 4:48:13 GMT 8
Alphabot thanks for the compliment, but I cant take credit for this. As Lace Evo said, this was common waaaay back. Things you ought to know before trying it out.
1. The hubs I used/am still using use the screw type sprocket so check the schematics for the new cassette hubs for shimanos.
2. The lathe operator will probaby require that the spokes be removed before they can start working on your hub, so talk w/ the wheel builder at your LBS first so they wont charge you double. Of course you can remove those spokes yourself w/ the right tool but that can be a pain in the arse.
3. The bearing cap/ bearing seats I used were feather brand w/o the outer ridges. (yung walang tenga)
4. The bearing cap should nicely accomodate size "6000zz" cassette bearings by TOYO or NSK which are available at any well stocked auto supplies shop.
5. The most crucial part is finding the exact axle to fit the cassette bearings. I got mine at a small bike store along espana ave. near Vicente Cruz St.. (Lincon yung pangalan) Originally these axles were meant for "play bikes". A good machine shop should also be able to manufacture this out of high carbon steel.
6. You cant use QR skewers w/ this axle.
7. This mod was done on my rear wheels. My front hubs are pretty much unaltered.
8. Your LBS sales person will talk you to buying new hubs instead of course.
Having said this, I wilsh you luck on this endeavor.
Project cost:
2 pcs feather Japan bearing cap Php 40@ = 80
2 pcs 6000zz Toyo sealed bearings Php 80@ = 160
lathe/machine shop bill (depends on the shop) Php 80
wheel builder's fee (kalas/kabit ng rayos) Php 150
1 pc special axle w/ nuts and washer Php 60
total Php 450
As for GAS hmmmmm try hacking the Toyota Prius to run
on batteries for extended periods.... check Sept. 9 2006 issue of
PC magazine page 64 for details.
Parking...... yun talaga problema.....sigh la ko magagawa diyan
SATISFACTION FROM SUCESSFUL D.I.Y. PROJECT in $, Php, Yen, Euro = PRICELESS + bragging rights
Good Luck!!
1. The hubs I used/am still using use the screw type sprocket so check the schematics for the new cassette hubs for shimanos.
2. The lathe operator will probaby require that the spokes be removed before they can start working on your hub, so talk w/ the wheel builder at your LBS first so they wont charge you double. Of course you can remove those spokes yourself w/ the right tool but that can be a pain in the arse.
3. The bearing cap/ bearing seats I used were feather brand w/o the outer ridges. (yung walang tenga)
4. The bearing cap should nicely accomodate size "6000zz" cassette bearings by TOYO or NSK which are available at any well stocked auto supplies shop.
5. The most crucial part is finding the exact axle to fit the cassette bearings. I got mine at a small bike store along espana ave. near Vicente Cruz St.. (Lincon yung pangalan) Originally these axles were meant for "play bikes". A good machine shop should also be able to manufacture this out of high carbon steel.
6. You cant use QR skewers w/ this axle.
7. This mod was done on my rear wheels. My front hubs are pretty much unaltered.
8. Your LBS sales person will talk you to buying new hubs instead of course.
Having said this, I wilsh you luck on this endeavor.
Project cost:
2 pcs feather Japan bearing cap Php 40@ = 80
2 pcs 6000zz Toyo sealed bearings Php 80@ = 160
lathe/machine shop bill (depends on the shop) Php 80
wheel builder's fee (kalas/kabit ng rayos) Php 150
1 pc special axle w/ nuts and washer Php 60
total Php 450
As for GAS hmmmmm try hacking the Toyota Prius to run
on batteries for extended periods.... check Sept. 9 2006 issue of
PC magazine page 64 for details.
Parking...... yun talaga problema.....sigh la ko magagawa diyan
SATISFACTION FROM SUCESSFUL D.I.Y. PROJECT in $, Php, Yen, Euro = PRICELESS + bragging rights
Good Luck!!