Templar X 250

[Okierider]

I’ve thought of reinstalling this all but replacing the ny-loc axel nut with a castle nut and drilling the axel for a cotter pin-then you wouldn’t be reliant an pound-feet if friction to keep the axel in place, instead it would be a mechanical lock.

[Thumper]

Originally Posted by Okierider

I’ve thought of reinstalling this all but replacing the ny-loc axel nut with a castle nut and drilling the axel for a cotter pin-then you wouldn’t be reliant an pound-feet if friction to keep the axel in place, instead it would be a mechanical lock.

I never apply more than maybe 50 (NOT 200-typo) foot lbs and it just never budges. The maximum force the rear axel faces is pull, and the adjustment stand-offs prevent the axel from sliding forward.

Side note... I would bet that one good bearing on each side with correct outer spacers and inner sleeve/spacer would be 100% stable. I see no good reason for doubling the bearings unless they are trying to spread the load on the hub. Isn't the hub strong enough for taking that load on one bearing circumference on each side?