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I was replacing the axle and adjuster cap because theres an issue with the threading on the axle getting squashed and the adjuster cap getting stuck. I had to drill the adjuster cap out as it was stuck. The axle had threading missing and a lot of rust spots.
Welcome to the world of Mavic track wheels. These hubs are so shit it’s unbelievable. I have one that I might be able to dismantle and figure out where you’re going wrong (if you are even going wrong, it really could just be that they are that shit) but it’s at home and I’m in Harrogate at Bespoked right now.
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It's definitely the right part. I tried the original part first so I had that to compare it to. I was replacing the axle and adjuster cap because theres an issue with the threading on the axle getting squashed and the adjuster cap getting stuck. I had to drill the adjuster cap out as it was stuck. The axle had threading missing and a lot of rust spots.
All tools available to me were useless in that situation because the shape of the cap doesnt allow prongs to get a full grip. I had to make a tool out of a piece of wood and 6 nails to finally get the leverage and grip needed to get it off. They do a 6 prong tool but it's like 80 quid and looks to be designed for a flat surface.
I think I'm definitely on the right track but unfortunately I don't have the means or knowledge to get the dust cap in the cup.