How do sliding dropouts work?
Sliding dropouts provide flexibility to the single speed frame design by allowing different ‘sliders’ to be mounted to the frame. The chain is tensioned by using a single bolt to push the axle rearward like BMX and track bikes.
How does an eccentric bolt work?
Eccentric bolts are used to adjust the fine positioning of control arms and lock it into place. In this way, your vehicles alignment is adjusted and set. After several years and seasons, these bolts may become seized and corroded.
How often should you replace a bottom bracket?
First, you should know when it’s best to service or clean your bottom bracket and crankset. At the very minimum, I do it about each season change, but normally more. Every three months or so I’ll take the cranks out and if it’s a threaded bb, I’ll remove the bb and do the full service.
Are square taper bottom brackets still good?
Square taper bottom brackets may seem like anachronisms dating from the last century, and yet they remain the best option for metal cranks.
Is hollowtech II better than square taper?
Hollowtech is a bit stiffer and easier to take apart, but square taper will last much longer.
How does an eccentric nut work?
The eccentric nuts allow you to adjust the tension of your V-wheels. The general is to tension the wheel against the rail enough to initiate contact, but not too much to cause them to crush. The video below walks you through identifying and adjusting your eccentric nuts.
What size wrenches come with Ender 3?
L-shaped Nozzle Wrench 6mm / 7mm for Ender 3 Ender 5 CR10 E3D V6 MK8 Nozzle.
What are eccentric screws?
The eccentricity of the clamping screw is formed as a result of the central axis of the head being offset from the central axis of the shank. This offset ensures that the rail is firmly clamped by the head when the screw is tightened. The torx socket drive ensures the screw can withstand a high tightening torque.