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nicky29

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Can one change a 1/2 pedals to 9/16?
« on: October 04, 2011, 08:48 AM »
I am sure this has been discussed before, if so can someone give me the link please.

I am looking to change a 1/2 KKT lightning to a 9/16. can it be done? has anyone done it before?
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Re: Can one change a 1/2 pedals to 9/16?
« Reply #1 on: October 04, 2011, 09:06 AM »
As long as you have the correct spindle , in your case 9/16ths it's not a problem .  Bit fiddly but not hard , done it myself on MKS footjaws and Shimano SX/DX  Can't see why the KKT lightening's would be any diferent :daumenhoch:  

Unscrew the end cap , place a spanner on the pedal axle and unscrew the retaining nut on the spindle . Take the locating washer out and unscrew the bearing retainer . The ball bearings will probably be loose so just be careful  . De grease and re grease and re build with the new spindles ..... jobs a good'un  8)
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Re: Can one change a 1/2 pedals to 9/16?
« Reply #2 on: October 04, 2011, 09:15 AM »
how do i get the spindle out?


Willing to trade NOS MKS grafightx 9/16 for KKT or suntour Gold 9/16 mint or NOS ????
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Re: Can one change a 1/2 pedals to 9/16?
« Reply #3 on: October 04, 2011, 09:18 AM »
Quote from: nicky29 on October 04, 2011, 09:15 AM
how do i get the spindle out?


Willing to trade NOS MKS grafightx 9/16 for KKT or suntour Gold 9/16 mint or NOS ????

Once you have unscrewed the spindle retaining nut , located under the end cap the spindle will just slide out  ;)
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Re: Can one change a 1/2 pedals to 9/16?
« Reply #4 on: October 04, 2011, 09:22 AM »
I've always wondered if you can do thsi  :) will try it now - cheers chaps  :daumenhoch:
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Re: Can one change a 1/2 pedals to 9/16?
« Reply #5 on: October 04, 2011, 09:25 AM »
thanks Northy will give it a try.
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Re: Can one change a 1/2 pedals to 9/16?
« Reply #6 on: October 04, 2011, 10:46 AM »
Id also like to do this to my Suntour xc's, whats the chances of getting spindles for said pedals?

Joff??
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Re: Can one change a 1/2 pedals to 9/16?
« Reply #7 on: October 04, 2011, 11:45 AM »
Quote from: Deano on October 04, 2011, 10:46 AM
Id also like to do this to my Suntour xc's, whats the chances of getting spindles for said pedals?

Joff??

Getting 9/16th spindles on there own won't be easy as most lads want the 9/16th's , stick a wanted thread up or buy some knackered 9/16th suntour pedals  ;)  Not sure what other spindles are compatible with the Suntour XC's , I know Shimano SX spindles will fit DX and im pretty sure Victor ones do too .   

Happy hunting Deano  :D
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Re: Can one change a 1/2 pedals to 9/16?
« Reply #8 on: October 06, 2011, 02:58 PM »
Quote from: Deano on October 04, 2011, 10:46 AM
Id also like to do this to my Suntour xc's, whats the chances of getting spindles for said pedals?

Joff??

joe6187 does some reproduction axles for XCII's  ;)
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Re: Can one change a 1/2 pedals to 9/16?
« Reply #9 on: October 06, 2011, 09:03 PM »
Thanks Jofyt tots  ;D

Marty- Is that a username on here or ebay buddy? Great news that tho :daumenhoch:
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Re: Can one change a 1/2 pedals to 9/16?
« Reply #10 on: October 07, 2011, 01:49 PM »
Quote from: Deano on October 06, 2011, 09:03 PM
Thanks Jofyt tots  ;D

Marty- Is that a username on here or ebay buddy? Great news that tho :daumenhoch:
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Username here, he's based in HongKong but is a great bloke and very reliable seller  :daumenhoch:
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