Easton Wheel Hub Issue

[Wez-O]

Hey Guys,

 

On my Easton EC90SL wheels, I've noticed that the rear wheel has a slight amount of 'play' from side to side.

Excuse the non-technical description, but I literally have no idea how else to describe it. I can't say I've noticed it while riding though but it definitely doesn't seem right.

 

Might this be an issue with the hub, the bearings or something else?

 

Thanks

Wez-O

Edited May 14, 2014 by Wez-O

[Wez-O]

Okay, so to answer my own question, this video seems to clear it up...

It appears the bearing pre-load can be tightened.

 

 

I'm thinking I should probably get this done by a shop right?

[kingalton]

You can do this yourself, but it will loosen up again. the wheels are fine with a bit of play apparently, stiffens up when you are on the bike... don't over tighten it..

[Wez-O]

You can do this yourself, but it will loosen up again. the wheels are fine with a bit of play apparently, stiffens up when you are on the bike... don't over tighten it..

Okay great thanks!

[428 others]

I've found on my XC90's that if I need to tighten the pre-load, a bearing(s) needs to be replaced.

[David Marshall]

Sometimes the play can be from the skewer. Try a different one before you spend too much time on the preload.

[whattingh]

be careful for over tighten as it could decease bearing life by lots.

[Wez-O]

Thanks guys, will give all this a bash.