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Message started by Henrik on 05/13/14 at 01:23:12

Title: Rear axel bolt
Post by Henrik on 05/13/14 at 01:23:12

Just wondering, when reinstaling the wheel, should I grease the rear axel bolt and if so what kind of grease should I use?

Title: Re: Rear axel bolt
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 05/13/14 at 03:20:58

You can put some anti seize on the threads. The bearings are sealed & greased, so, gooping up the axle wont help them.

Title: Re: Rear axel bolt
Post by shorty on 05/13/14 at 04:21:02

this^^ just shove it in clean and dry is also ok

Title: Re: Rear axel bolt
Post by Henrik on 05/13/14 at 05:21:11

Ok, great thanks!

Title: Re: Rear axel bolt
Post by WD on 05/13/14 at 07:27:34

Install is much easier with the axle greased. And the entire rear whee; assembly will be more quiet. The sealed wheel bearings are not perfect, sometimes they make noise or have tight spots. The grease will let them slip instead of stick. It also helps prevent rust... and the axle will rust eventually without it.

Title: Re: Rear axel bolt
Post by Dave on 05/13/14 at 09:24:11

Yep, I apply a very light coating of grease to the axle. A paper towel with some grease on it....then wipe it on the axle in a thin coat.

As WD says it helps with the installation.....and stops corrosion so you can be the axle back out again a few years later when that tire is worn out.

Title: Re: Rear axel bolt
Post by shorty on 05/13/14 at 10:34:59

I must wear-out tires too quick,
I never have a stuck axle, and it's humid here :-/