T twibs New member Jul 17, 2008 #1 is the spacer between the 2 rear wheel bearings reqd?? is it to stop the inner bearing drifting outwards and rubbing on the outer bearing?
is the spacer between the 2 rear wheel bearings reqd?? is it to stop the inner bearing drifting outwards and rubbing on the outer bearing?
D Dave New member Jul 17, 2008 #2 Yes. No. It's to keep from imparting a high axial load on the bearings when you tighten the axle.
B Brian VT New member Jul 17, 2008 #3 Since it has the step in it I guess they don't want the outer rims touching. Probably not a big deal but I wouldn't experiment with not using it. jmho
Since it has the step in it I guess they don't want the outer rims touching. Probably not a big deal but I wouldn't experiment with not using it. jmho
