Sunday, January 1, 2012

Sector 9 Longboards

!±8± Sector 9 Longboards

If you're looking for flexibility, functionality and a competitive price range in longboards, you're probably looking for Sector 9 Longboards. If you haven't known about this brand yet (although this I truthfully doubt), Sector 9 Longboards is one of the big longboards manufacturer in the US and has been in business quite longer than most of its competition. Perhaps a lot of skateboarders in America have been fascinated with skateboarding through Sector 9 Longboards as well. Figuratively, S9 has directly or indirectly invited a lot of newbies to try and get into the skateboarding sports. It's most fascinating to know that even those who are no longer using S9 will tell you that at some part of their lives, they've actually used S9, especially during their newbie years. In fact, a lot of skateboarders in American were "born" from Sector 9 Longboards.

Sector 9 Longboards are best for amateurs because it's not exactly built for speed. Therefore, there's a lot of space for you to learn without worrying about going too quick. They are so far, the best practicing boards. That is the reason why newbies love S9s.

Stability is where S9 is best known for. Since there are a lot of skateboarders who are still having problems with balance, especially when doing complex tricks, this is where S9 longboards come in. This is also another reason why it's the best beginner boards - its sturdy and stiff, perfect for amateurs who have not yet practiced their balance. We have to admit that there are 2 things we probably had problems with during our newbie years - balance and speed. Unless you're like some skateboard prodigy, you may have shortcomings in these certain areas while still beginning.

Learning on more complex and larger boards may be too much for a beginner, not to mention the increased chance of getting into accidents. At first, skateboarding can be quite hard and dangerous but that's the reason why you're learning it - because you're up for the challenge. Therefore, you need a good supporting board and a good supporting board will most likely come from Sector 9 Longboards.

Despite it's lack of adequate speed, a lot of professionals still like riding with S9 longboards mainly because this company produces some of the sturdiest longboards, perfect for keepsake and leisure rides in the future. My first S9 longboard is the BH deck and although I've changed some of its components and added some innovative experiments on my own, I was thrilled to find out I can still use it after 3 years of dormancy. Also, if you haven't known, S9 also have good concave decks. Maybe some of them may not be too exaggerated and sophisticated in designs but they seriously ride stiff! Perfect for downhill!


Sector 9 Longboards

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Monday, December 26, 2011

How To Replace Front Wheel Bearings - You Can Do That

!±8± How To Replace Front Wheel Bearings - You Can Do That

Recently the right front wheel bearing went bad on my 2002 Mazda 626. Apparently my oldest daughter hit a large pot hole bending the wheel and damaging the wheel bearing. I noticed a slight hum in the front end with a slight shutter as well, I thought that the tires needed to be balances and rotated, so I took it into the shop to be checked out. Well to my surprise I was told the bad news and what was worse was the amount they wanted to charge - over 0 to fix bearing and to replace the wheel. That is when I decided to do it myself.

Below I will help you by listing the tools you will need and steps on how to get it done.

Things you will need:

Large adjustable wrench

Channelocks

Bearing race driver tool

Various size punches

Socket and ratchet set

Assorted wrenches

A rags or two

New wheel bearings

Wheel bearing grease

New cotter pin

New grease seals

Wheel blocks

Safety glasses

A jack and a pair of jack stands

Even if the bearings are not making a noise it is always a good idea to have them inspected every 30,000 miles. I have it done when my breaks are replaced.

Okay let's get started.

Get all of your tools and supplies together before you begin and allow plenty of time to do the job.

Please take note that these are general instructions and consult the appropriate repair manual for your vehicle.

Always think safety first whenever you're working around machinery. Wear safety classes to protect your eyes and beware of hot objects, sharp items and hazardous materials. It is very, very important to never work on a car that is only supported by a jack, always place a sturdy foundation under the vehicle to prevent it from falling on you.

From this point on cleanliness is important. You do not want any dirt, sand or metal chips inside the hub.

1. Remove your disc brake calipers and caliper bridge to remove the rotor.

2. Remove the bearing cap. This is a press fit and to remove it grab it with your channelocks and work it back and forth until it pops off. Be careful not to crush it.

3. Once the cap is off you will see a cotter pin, remove the cotter pin and remove the retainer ring. If your vehicle has a castellated nut, you will not have a retaining ring.

4. Using your channelocks or adjustable wrench, remove the nut from the spindle.

5. Next remove the outer wheel bearing and washer.

6. Slide the rotor or drum off the spindle.

7. Remove the grease seal and take out the inner wheel bearing.

8. Wipe all the old grease from inside the hub.

9. Remove the bearing races from the hub.

10. Take a punch with a flat narrow tip and place it on the back of the race.

11. Tap the race out, alternating from side to side so it comes out evenly and doesn't get cocked in the hub.

12. Once it's out, flip the rotor or drum over and do the same for the other race.

13. Clean the inside of the hub with some rags.

14. Make sure the spindle is clean as well.

That's all there is to it. Like I mentioned earlier take your time and you will not get frustrated, good luck with your project.


How To Replace Front Wheel Bearings - You Can Do That

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Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Stand up bathe decline (slide) run

I am very rusty in this picture I have been spending all my hours riding longboards with soft wheels around tight path corners (sans hands). This is the first time I got to go slide in a month and a half. I skate n average of once a week. (blame paskapoo)

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