Thoughts on this dropout
12-08-23, 05:52 PM
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I think the paint is chipped, and am wondering if it's ok for the thru axle to not catch those last few threads.
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12-08-23, 05:53 PM
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Looks to me like some normal battle scars and not weakened structurally BUT...I always recommend having a trained eye look at it in the flesh as photos don't always give an accurate view.
12-08-23, 06:42 PM
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I've seen rodents chew on a wiring harness and leave it in better condition.
Difficult to ascertain your bike model. Maybe a Brompton, Dahon, or Bike Friday?
Difficult to ascertain your bike model. Maybe a Brompton, Dahon, or Bike Friday?
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at face value, it just looks "used hard".
I'd be more concerned about the exposed threads not being used (if the axle is fully tightened)
I'd be more concerned about the exposed threads not being used (if the axle is fully tightened)
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If it were my bike, I'd continue to ride it. I'd look at it every now and then to make sure nothing bad is happening. But I do that with my own bike now that isn't damaged. I look at everything whenever I clean it and other times to make sure nothing is loose, cracking or going bad in other ways. Perhaps I might put a little tinted epoxy filler on it to make it look a little better.
If it was a bike I am looking at buying, I might look elsewhere unless everything else is in great shape and the price is too low to pass up.
If it was a bike I am looking at buying, I might look elsewhere unless everything else is in great shape and the price is too low to pass up.
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This is why break away hangers and/or mounting bolts were developed. How's the rear der and/or chain. Sure looks like the usual scars from a der cage getting tangled up in the spokes.
If/when the worst case happens the repair would be to replace the complete drop out. If you truly like this bike and want it to last as long as possible you'll begin the hunt for a replacement dropout (and of course the easily replaceable hanger). But do know replacing a dropout is not a simple plug and play, IF you could even source a replacement. While you are looking for a replacement also contact a few carbon frame repair shops to see the aprox replacement labor costs (as they are currently...). Assuming you are able to find a dropout and learn of the aprox total cost (shipping 2 ways? and/or labor to dissemble and reassemble the bike?) you can make that financial/emotional decision on values. IMO the repair is not likely to be "worth" it unless the emotional value is great.
The failure mode of these types injuries tend to not result in catastrophic events. Rear wheels lock up in the frame and one skids to a stop is what I would expect. This won't kill you but you might have a long walk back. A cool story later unless when on a costly vacation and you either don't ride any more on it or would need to find a bike rental. Andy
If/when the worst case happens the repair would be to replace the complete drop out. If you truly like this bike and want it to last as long as possible you'll begin the hunt for a replacement dropout (and of course the easily replaceable hanger). But do know replacing a dropout is not a simple plug and play, IF you could even source a replacement. While you are looking for a replacement also contact a few carbon frame repair shops to see the aprox replacement labor costs (as they are currently...). Assuming you are able to find a dropout and learn of the aprox total cost (shipping 2 ways? and/or labor to dissemble and reassemble the bike?) you can make that financial/emotional decision on values. IMO the repair is not likely to be "worth" it unless the emotional value is great.
The failure mode of these types injuries tend to not result in catastrophic events. Rear wheels lock up in the frame and one skids to a stop is what I would expect. This won't kill you but you might have a long walk back. A cool story later unless when on a costly vacation and you either don't ride any more on it or would need to find a bike rental. Andy
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