Wheel Manufacturer
07-13-20, 06:09 AM
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Wheel Manufacturer
I can't figure out exactly who manufacturers these wheels for my Marin Rock Springs 2.
07-13-20, 06:50 AM
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That's an Alex rim. You'll also need to post a pic of the hubs to ID them. Edit- I see you've started several threads about this wheelset. Why not ask a mod to consolidate them, you'll get better help.
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07-13-20, 07:07 AM
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If only a slight wobble, likely just out of true (vs. a bent rim). Easy fix with a spoke wrench if you'd like to take a DIY shot at it, otherwise it's a quick job at a bike shop once you clear the service queue.
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There's two common meanings of wobble.
First is the axle bearings are "loose" so that the rim/spokes can rock back and forth. Often from poorly adjusted bearing preload or worn bearing surfaces. Depending on the actual cause might be fixable with simple adjustments or part replacements.
Second is a rim that when spun, and an indicator (like brake pads) is placed next to the rim, will seem to snake closer and further from the indicator, as in out of true. Depending on the condition of the rim and spokes this is generally addressed by adjusting the spoke tensions to pull and push portions of the rim to become more consistent a distance from that indicator. This is called truing the wheel.
So which is happening? Andy
First is the axle bearings are "loose" so that the rim/spokes can rock back and forth. Often from poorly adjusted bearing preload or worn bearing surfaces. Depending on the actual cause might be fixable with simple adjustments or part replacements.
Second is a rim that when spun, and an indicator (like brake pads) is placed next to the rim, will seem to snake closer and further from the indicator, as in out of true. Depending on the condition of the rim and spokes this is generally addressed by adjusting the spoke tensions to pull and push portions of the rim to become more consistent a distance from that indicator. This is called truing the wheel.
So which is happening? Andy
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07-13-20, 07:17 AM
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In my unprofessional option it is rideable, because I did ride it back to my car with zero issues. I got no mechanical know how, and I have got an appointment with the mechanic tomorrow at 11am to be exact. Cost me $17 dollars; don't know if that is to much or what?
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Not too much. The price tells me the mechanic will get the spoke wrench out, adjust the spoke nipples and hand the wheel back to you.
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If the $17 includes a quick fix (Wheel true or bearing adjust) then you are getting a very fair price, especially if the work is done while you wait.
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17 dollars and you take it to them is a decent price. 17 dollars and the mechanic is coming to you, I'd tip pretty heavy. Regardless, sometimes there is a little more to it than just tightening a few spokes. So if it's so far out of wack that all the spokes have to be relieved and re-tensioned, then expect a little more.
And still, there are other thing like bearing adjustment and other stuff that might also need to be looked at too. Some times one problem causes another. And another.......
And still, there are other thing like bearing adjustment and other stuff that might also need to be looked at too. Some times one problem causes another. And another.......
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When I was a teenager I had no patience to work on cars. My Dad would lay out all his tools and methodically show me what to do. More than a half hour was too much for me.
My Dad would always tell me that I better get a good job to pay someone else do your work. As I grew older the patience showed up and I took the time to learn how to do things. My only regret was my Dad wasn’t around to see me swap out an engine and trans in a ‘63 Falcon Sprint. And I was fortunate to find a good job along the way.
John
