CASTOR WHEEL AND FORK
PARTS:
1. Castor fork
2. Washer
3. Nyloc Nut
4. Axle Bolt
5. Nyloc Nut
6. Pneumatic Castor
7. Bearing
8. Tyre
9. Inner Tube
10. Hub Centre
11. Castor Wheel
12. Fork Stem
13. Bearings
Tools Required:
19mm Socket Spanner x 2
Flat Bladed Screwdriver
Mallet
Pressure Gauge
Tyre Levers
Pump
Drift
INTRODUCTION
STEP 1
Check castor wheels are not buckled or physically damaged. Replace if required.
STEP 2
Check that the wheel bearings run freely without excessive play.
STEP 3
Check that the castor wheel and fork nuts are tight.
STEP 4
Check that the castor forks are bent or damaged.
STEP 5
Check the crown/castor fork bearings for wear and correct adjustment.
STEP 6
Check tyres for wear and correct inflation. Both wheels should show the same degree of wear
(see side of tyre pressure rating). For tyre fitment see rear tyre section.
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