Freewheel cross threaded with hub

[Pat "5mph"]

As above, that's what I have just done
That freewheel (new) is never ever going to come off the hub.
Too dark for pictures now, but you get the jist
Hub was pitted anyway, was considering a new wheel set, but, still ...
To the numpties "you're not a cyclist if you don't weld your own frame": I've spent all day disassembling drive train and wheels, had to order yet another tool, neglected the cat and missed out on gardening

 

[Brandane]

As above, that's what I have just done
That freewheel (new) is never ever going to come off the hub.
Too dark for pictures now, but you get the jist
Hub was pitted anyway, was considering a new wheel set, but, still ...
To the numpties "you're not a cyclist if you don't weld your own frame": I've spent all day disassembling drive train and wheels, had to order yet another tool, neglected the cat and missed out on gardening

Ouch!
Go to Glasgow central tomorrow about 07:40 and kick the living cr@p out of the nearest cyclist on a red Trek who might have suggested on THAT thread that DIY was a good idea. It'll make you feel better!

 

[potsy]

@Crackle, think we have found one of those nitwits

 

[I like Skol]

That freewheel (new) is never ever going to come off the hub.................neglected the cat........

Sure it will come off, you're just not trying hard enough.........

And Potsy is a big boy, he can look after himself

 

[Pat "5mph"]

Ouch!
Go to Glasgow central tomorrow about 07:40 and kick the living cr@p out of the nearest cyclist on a red Trek who might have suggested on THAT thread that DIY was a good idea. It'll make you feel better!

 

[Pat "5mph"]

Sure it will come off, you're just not trying hard enough.........

And Potsy is a big boy, he can look after himself

No, it's never coming off, really, it's stuck squint across the hub ... how did I manage that???

 

[I like Skol]

No, it's never coming off, really, it's stuck squint across the hub ... how did I manage that???

I think I have a big tool that can sort that....

EDIT: If I get chance I will post a pic tomorrow

 

[Brandane]

No, it's never coming off, really, it's stuck squint across the hub ... how did I manage that???

Don't ride it yet!!!! Or you will tighten it even more. It MIGHT come off with some persuasion unless you've really set about it. Anyway, worst case scenario is a new hub and freewheel. These mistakes are part of the learning curve which will turn you into a bike DIY Goddess . Which bike is it?

 

[Pat "5mph"]

Could not ride it: freewheel is sitting diagonally to the hub. It is goosed!
I'm down to only 3 ridable bikes!

Edit @Brandane: it's Boris.

 

[Big_Dave]

Could not ride it: freewheel is sitting diagonally to the hub. It is goosed!
I'm down to only 3 ridable bikes!

Change your name to Pat "The Bike Butcher"

 

[Brandane]

Could not ride it: freewheel is sitting diagonally to the hub. It is goosed!
I'm down to only 3 ridable bikes!

Would this be a bad time to suggest that you are about to learn about wheel building?
<<<< Me!

 

[Pat "5mph"]

Would this be a bad time to suggest that you are about to learn about wheel building?
<<<< Me!

Yes, it would be a very bad time, as a truing stand costs a couple of hundred pounds at least, Boris cost less new!!
Bah, my bad mood over this is already gone, guess it's all in the learning curve.
I'm away to wash my hair

 

[I like Skol]

Yes, it would be a very bad time, as a truing stand costs a couple of hundred pounds at least, Boris cost less new!!

But you already have a truing stand that costs less than a truing stand! Boris will do nicely, I build all my wheels in the bike they are destined for

 

[Brandane]

Yes, it would be a very bad time, as a truing stand costs a couple of hundred pounds at least, Boris cost less new!!
Bah, my bad mood over this is already gone, guess it's all in the learning curve.
I'm away to wash my hair

Your bike frame is a truing stand, with the brakes adjusted close to the rim as a truing guide. It only took me about 5 attempts to get it right the first time I tried using that method .

 

[Sara_H]

Oh Pat! Thats terrible. When I did my bike maintenance course the tutor really emphasised the risk of cross threading, so much so that I think I'd be too scared to actually do it by myself!!!!