I've never been a big fan of the lever actuated quick release axles but I replaced my front rim with one set up for disc brakes and it came with the quick release style of securing system.
It's a Shamano hub and the instructions that came with the wheel were very vague as far as how to adjust the tightness before you push the lever into the locked position.
I turned the plastic nuts in snug then moved the lever in towards the wheel. I wasn't satisfied with the tightness so I relased the lever and tightened the nuts a little more. The lever took more effort to 'snap' into position but it seems arbitrary.My guess is that it is a 'feel' that you get after using them but maybe there is a rule of thumb.
Can anyone suggest something? I don't relish the thought of the front wheel separating from the fork at 30mph.
Tom
It's a Shamano hub and the instructions that came with the wheel were very vague as far as how to adjust the tightness before you push the lever into the locked position.
I turned the plastic nuts in snug then moved the lever in towards the wheel. I wasn't satisfied with the tightness so I relased the lever and tightened the nuts a little more. The lever took more effort to 'snap' into position but it seems arbitrary.My guess is that it is a 'feel' that you get after using them but maybe there is a rule of thumb.
Can anyone suggest something? I don't relish the thought of the front wheel separating from the fork at 30mph.
Tom