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[Closed] Can I convert Chris King ISO 135mm Rear Hub from 9mm QR to 12mm Bolt Through ?

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if so, what axle kit do i need and from where may I purchase ?

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Posted : 26/01/2013 1:41 pm
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I think they can be converted to any axle standard.

I know for sure that the 135 qr can be converted to 142x12.

Aspire will be able to tell you for definate.

150x12 axle.
[url] http://www.aspirevelotech.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Session_ID=fd80434d47bf3fc986576e3f76f3fa74&Screen=PROD&Store_Code=AVT&Product_Code=PHB556&Category_Code=CK-REAR-AXLES [/url]

You'll also need the locknut thingy for it too.

[url] http://www.aspirevelotech.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Session_ID=fd80434d47bf3fc986576e3f76f3fa74&Screen=PROD&Store_Code=AVT&Product_Code=PHB708&Category_Code=CK-AXLE-PARTS [/url]

Edit.

Yep looks like you can.

[url] http://chrisking.com/hubs/hbs_ISO_disc [/url]

Upgrade & Conversion Options

Convertible to 135mm QR/FB axle, 135 x 10mm TA, 135 x 12mm TA, 142 x 12mm TA and 135mm two piece QR axle


 
Posted : 26/01/2013 2:16 pm
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Yes. They even do an axle for the older universal hubs


 
Posted : 26/01/2013 2:35 pm
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[url= http://www.winstanleysbikes.co.uk/category/2854/Chris_King_Hub_Axles ]I got mine from here[/url]

If it's a disc hub make sure you get the high profile (wide) locking ring.


 
Posted : 26/01/2013 3:29 pm
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Yes, It can be done in approx 25 seconds.


 
Posted : 26/01/2013 3:58 pm
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Spot on boys, thought so but wanted to make sure !


 
Posted : 26/01/2013 4:36 pm

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