A note for installing the axles back into the hubs. I could not get the axles to go all the way back into the hub. Tried pounding the axle from behind ( on the metal can). No luck. Bought an all thread rod (M8 1.25 X 3ft ) at the local bolt supplier with 2 nuts and a large washer, $5.75. Tried creating a slide hammer to get it to install, still would not go all the way in.
I finally inserted the all thread into the axle. Slid a plate over the rod and installed a washer and nut. Turned the nut with a box wrench and the axle slowly slid into position. Replaced the axle bolt, sleeve and a new washer and torqued to 30Nm as per the manual.


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Dave

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