15mm to 12mm fork conversion options
06-02-23, 08:31 AM
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15mm to 12mm fork conversion options
I just switched wheelsets on my 2015 Niner RLT9 steel. New wheelset is Bontrager aeolus comp 5.
I was told that because I have a '15 model the fork is 15mm thru axle, which won't fit on the wheel unless I get 15mm end caps or convert the fork to 12mm.
Someone recommended this:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/115321133233?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=2jWJ-_jyRe2&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=nNYWh4E8T1m&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
However I'm wondering if there are any cheaper alternatives? I've already sunk a lot of money into repairs and would like to keep costs low.
I was told that because I have a '15 model the fork is 15mm thru axle, which won't fit on the wheel unless I get 15mm end caps or convert the fork to 12mm.
Someone recommended this:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/115321133233?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=2jWJ-_jyRe2&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=nNYWh4E8T1m&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
However I'm wondering if there are any cheaper alternatives? I've already sunk a lot of money into repairs and would like to keep costs low.
06-02-23, 11:05 AM
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The 431778 15mm endcap kit is half the price of that thru-axle.
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06-02-23, 12:12 PM
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That sounds much better! Where can I pick one up?
Would any of these work?
https://www.backcountry.com/industry...ies-endcap-kit
Would any of these work?
https://www.backcountry.com/industry...ies-endcap-kit
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I think you'd want the endcaps specific to your hubs, no? There are no such things as generic endcap adapters.
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The top 10 hits in my Google link are the correct part number.
OP just has to find a store he likes.
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OP just has to find a store he likes.
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06-05-23, 08:34 AM
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Will they fit? Just want to clarify before I buy
06-05-23, 08:39 AM
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Purchase the Trek part number I placed in my 1st post and Google link.
Anything else, you’re on your own. End caps are not standardized for fit.
Barry
EDIT: I've double checked the Spec sheet, and the part number appears to be correct.
>>HERE<< is the link to the Spec, the 15mm end cap is listed in the parts.
Anything else, you’re on your own. End caps are not standardized for fit.
Barry
EDIT: I've double checked the Spec sheet, and the part number appears to be correct.
>>HERE<< is the link to the Spec, the 15mm end cap is listed in the parts.
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