Wobbly Wheel Replacement & Frame Tightening

Introducción

This guide is a quick solution for how to repair wobbly wheels and the frame of a roller skate. Over time, because of continuous usage and rubbing, the wheels of a skate start to wear out and the frame loosens up. Rather than buying a new pair, we will show people how to restore their old skates to as good as a new one.

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Paso 1 Wheel & Frame Repair

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Stick the 13mm wrench fitting over the nut of the wheel.
Turn the wrench right to left to loosen the nut until it comes off.
Completely unscrew the nut from the axel.

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Paso 2

Hold the wheel and pull it off the axle.
Utilize a bearing puller or a plier to loosen up the bearings.
Take out the bearings from the wheel.
Use a clean cloth to wipe down the axle to remove any dirt, debris, or old grease.

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Paso 3

Oil the bearings with WD-40 to remove any rust or dirt.
Make sure to oil them front and back to get rid off any unwanted sludge or corrode.

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Paso 4

Make the bearings spin with your finger.
Clean any extra oil/debris off the bearings.
Ensure the bearings move/rotate freely.

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Paso 5

Put the bearings back in the new wheel.
Push them into the wheel firmly to ensure their proper placement.
Rotate the wheel to verify.

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Paso 6

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Inspect the frame and look for any loose bolts.
Use the wrench/pliers to tighten any loose bolts until they are snug.
Do not overtighten, as this can damage the frame or the boot.

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Paso 7

Place the new wheel onto the axle.
Add any washers, if applicable.
Screw the nut back onto the axle using the wrench, tightening it until the wheel feels secure.
Make sure wheel spins smoothly and doesn't wobble or rub against the frame or boot.
Repeat for all other wheels.

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Conclusión

Sports equipment can be expensive to buy, and instead of buying a new pair of skates, users can easily just repair the old ones. Learning this basic skill can be beneficial as it saves money and time, while ensuring less waste on our planet.

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