How to Clean Cruiser Swivel WheelsUpdated 15 days ago
Regular cleaning of your Cruiser’s swivel wheels ensures optimal performance and prevents unnecessary wear, especially during warm weather. Follow these steps to properly clean the swivel wheel assembly.
Tools Required
- Two (2) 5mm Hex Wrenches
- Compressed Air
- Dry Silicone Lubricant (Optional)
PROCEDURE
/01: Remove the Bolt
Use both 5mm hex wrenches simultaneously on each side of the wheel to remove the bolt. This prevents the axle from spinning while you work.
Use both 5mm hex wrenches simultaneously on each side of the wheel to remove the bolt. This prevents the axle from spinning while you work.
/02: Disassemble the Wheel
Slide the axle and swivel bushings out of the swivel assembly. The wheel should now be detached.
Slide the axle and swivel bushings out of the swivel assembly. The wheel should now be detached.
/03: Clean the Components
Use a paper towel and compressed air to remove dirt and debris from the axle, bushings and wheel.
Use a paper towel and compressed air to remove dirt and debris from the axle, bushings and wheel.
/04: Reassemble
Reinsert the axle and bushings into the swivel housing, placing a plastic bushing on either side of the wheel. Tighten the bolt until the wheel spins freely but without excess play.
Reinsert the axle and bushings into the swivel housing, placing a plastic bushing on either side of the wheel. Tighten the bolt until the wheel spins freely but without excess play.
/Optional: Lubrication
Apply a dry silicone lubricant to the axle to reduce wear over time.
Apply a dry silicone lubricant to the axle to reduce wear over time.