Sturmey archer 3 speed hub w/ hub brake wobbling

Posted on Wed 7th, August 2013

• #1

Nicw

Basically from what I can see, the hub on this bike is tightly bolted on, and the hub brake works. The problem is that between the main hub shell and the hub brake mechanism there is a small gap, causing the wheel to wobble wildly! I have never used and hub brakes before, so I am a bit confused, help?
Thanks!
• #2

Redmist

It's most likely that the bearings are loose; Remove the wheel and check for play in the axle, if so tighten the cups as in any normal hub. I found this very comprehensive if you need to go deeper; http://www.bicyclehub.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=31&Itemid=105
• #3

Brighton_Guzzi

Sturmey's are a pain - the cone bearings are set at the factory and any the settings are difficult to replicate once they have been moved.

Tighten up the cones, check the wheel still spins and then fit the wheel back into frame. be prepared to do this at least 10 times before it works properly.

Its a matter of trial and error (or at least it was with me) I wish you luck, persevere and you'll get it sorted.

HTH
• #4

Nicw

Cheers guys, I'll give that a go when I get the time!

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