converting to single speed..rear hub question

[Eric]

I have an existing set of wheels in good condition, with xt hubs. I believe they are three years old so 2005. Can I put a new cog on the back to convert to SS or do I have to buy a new hub? Thanks in advance!
Eric

[foofighter]

just buy the spacer kit and slap a cog on and you're golden



http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/167...ersion-Kit.htm

[PacMan]

It also depends on what kind of drop-outs you have.

Verticle will need a tensioner. Horizontal will require a through bolt conversion. If it's an EBB frame, no worries.

[Eric]

Thank you both, I have a horizontal drop out, so I will look into the through bolt conversion.

[PacMan]

Originally Posted by Eric

Thank you both, I have a horizontal drop out, so I will look into the through bolt conversion.

The through bolt conversion kit for Shimano hubs costs less than $20 and can be purchased or ordered at any LBS.

[Eric]

Hey PacMan, I went to my local bike shop and was asking them about the through bolt conversion and they had no idea what i was talking about. Did you mean I need to replace the quick release skewer? The mechanic said all I need to do is put on the spacer and cog kit and I would be good to go. Am I missing something? Sorry for the confusion.

[WarPony]

Originally Posted by Eric

Hey PacMan, I went to my local bike shop and was asking them about the through bolt conversion and they had no idea what i was talking about. Did you mean I need to replace the quick release skewer? The mechanic said all I need to do is put on the spacer and cog kit and I would be good to go. Am I missing something? Sorry for the confusion.

get a 10mm solid axle (174mm long or so) swap it with the QR axle...bolt that sucker up and ride.

[FatWhat?]

you could send a pm to Seat Sniffer. He just converted one of his bikes over and might have some good input for you.

[Eric]

Originally Posted by WarPony

get a 10mm solid axle (174mm long or so) swap it with the QR axle...bolt that sucker up and ride.

That is what I thought he meant. I am confused as to why. What is wrong with the quick release? Then if I get a flat on the trail I will need to unbolt the wheel

[bcblur]

Or, you can get a Surly Tugnut. It's a chain tensioner for use with horizontal dropouts that comes with a reducer for QRs.

Jenson has them.

[Zippo]

Originally Posted by Eric

That is what I thought he meant. I am confused as to why. What is wrong with the quick release? Then if I get a flat on the trail I will need to unbolt the wheel

you get that hub sorted out yet? the thru bolt will stiffen up your rear (ha now there's a quote!) and the quick release will probably not hold tight enough and your rear wheel will start slipping in the horizontal dropout due to chain tension. if you carry a multi-tool with you you can make trailside repairs easily. you'll spend enough time getting your chainline and tension perfect, and to get partially into a ride and have your chain go slack, skip off the chain ring, your wheel go askew etc...arrgghh. get those thru bolts nice and snug.

[Eric]

I think I got is sorted out now.............my LBS ordered me the kit, I have yet to get it and attempt to put it on. I will update all of you as I go.

[pinoiryder]

Originally Posted by Eric

I think I got is sorted out now.............my LBS ordered me the kit, I have yet to get it and attempt to put it on. I will update all of you as I go.

i just did this to mine.. Planning to get the Surly SS cog at the Path this wednesday or Friday..

[bcblur]

If you can, try to setup your tensioner to "push up" rather than "push down". Pushing up will engage more teeth on the rear cog, prolonging life and reducing the chance of the chain skipping.

[foofighter]

fyi on the YESS tensioner...keep it clean and lubed...the spring that tensions the chain gets dry and you'll start to experience chain derailment

[Chewyeti]

Originally Posted by bcblur

If you can, try to setup your tensioner to "push up" rather than "push down". Pushing up will engage more teeth on the rear cog, prolonging life and reducing the chance of the chain skipping.

that makes complete sense....

[Eric]

I think you guys are referring to the pic from pinoiryder. I have horizontal dropouts so no tensioner needed......I think.

[pinoiryder]

Originally Posted by bcblur

If you can, try to setup your tensioner to "push up" rather than "push down". Pushing up will engage more teeth on the rear cog, prolonging life and reducing the chance of the chain skipping.

the tensioner i got push down.. i am also planning to changed it something that push up.. any suggestion?

[mtnbikerfred]

Surly Singleator

[rockyt70]

i would love to get a single speed, i heard that it changes any everyday trail into just a painful time