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B model rear wheel removal
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So after following advice I removed brake shoes and reassembled. Free as a bird. Took a look at the shoes - they are brand new from...
Sep 12, 2023
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AlanW
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B model rear wheel removal
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Good advice! Once again this group comes to my aid! First thing I’ll try tomorrow. 👍
Sep 10, 2023
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AlanW
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B model rear wheel removal
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I’ve become an expert, thanks to all the help on here👏 on removing and installing the back wheel!! So, new day tomorrow. Remove...
Sep 10, 2023
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AlanW
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B model rear wheel removal
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This is what mine looked like and I made sure it went back on the same. ??
Sep 10, 2023
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AlanW
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Torque recommendations
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Great advice -thank you. 👍
Sep 10, 2023
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AlanW
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B model rear wheel removal
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No haven’t changed the bearings. Only delta is the new brake shoes. I took it all apart and reinstalled this morning still binding when...
Sep 10, 2023
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AlanW
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B model rear wheel removal
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All back together, new chain and sprockets on. Wheel ran free. Set the chain tension and tightened up rear axle nut, wheel “stiffened...
Sep 8, 2023
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AlanW
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B model rear wheel removal
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That’s great - thanks again!!
Sep 8, 2023
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AlanW
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B model rear wheel removal
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So I’m re-installing the rear wheel on the ‘75 and the chain adjusters are different for left and right. One (left?) has a smaller...
Sep 7, 2023
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AlanW
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Torque recommendations
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Thanks - that’s great. Was after front sprocket and rear wheel axle. Appreciate your help - as always!
Sep 6, 2023
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AlanW
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Torque recommendations
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Sorry if this has been asked before - I’ve looked in the technical stuff in the Garage for a list of torque settings for various bits of...
Sep 6, 2023
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AlanW
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What have you done to your XS today?
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Fitted new brake pads up front without the shims - they seemed to rattle?…, re-fitted wheel with fresh Bridgestone BT 46 rubber. New...
Aug 24, 2023
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AlanW
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B model rear wheel removal
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That’s great - thank you - I’m not the most proficient at this stuff but I’ll go through it bit by bit as suggested. That’s why I...
Aug 21, 2023
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AlanW
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B model rear wheel removal
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Worked a treat! Thanks for the advice. Only trouble is I need to replace sprockets and chain cos they’re worn. Might as well put new...
Aug 21, 2023
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AlanW
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B model rear wheel removal
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Well, even I can follow those detailed instructions! Thanks very much for the response. 👍
Aug 20, 2023
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AlanW
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B model rear wheel removal
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Thanks for the reply. I’ll give it a shot using your technique. Much appreciated.
Aug 20, 2023
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AlanW
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B model rear wheel removal
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Ordered new tyres for my ‘75 model and will remove wheels before taking them to local bike shop for fitting. Haynes manual says to...
Aug 20, 2023
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