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  • 142 X 12 – what (m)axle do I need?
  • superstu
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    Really dumb question I’m sure but I’m switching frames and the new frame runs 142 X 12 rather than quick release rear.
    I have a new wheel on order thanks to a PSA yesterday which comes with a SRAM X9 hub.

    So the question, I need to order an axle but have no idea what I’m looking for. Are Shimano/DT Swiss/AN Other typically interchangeable?

    Posted 7 years ago
    nickc
    Full Member

    no not typically. It depends on the frame (which system, RS or Shimano) rather than the wheel.

    Posted 7 years ago
    davosaurusrex
    Full Member

    I have just changed from a Turner Sultan to a Stumpjumper. Although they both have DT Swiss 142×12 axles they are different lengths due to different dropout thickness and the Stumpy also has a finer thread pitch. So very much depends on the frame

    Posted 7 years ago
    superstu
    Free Member

    Ah ok so this isn’t quite such a stupid question but does make getting something right more difficult!
    It’s a pinnacle Iroko hardtail frame. I’ll try and give Evans a call. Thanks for the replies

    Posted 7 years ago
    nickdavies
    Full Member

    3 systems, no not interchangeable. Have you got the frame yet? I’d bet money it will come with the axle you need… Never had a thru axle frame that didn’t come with a rear axle.

    Jameso on here is probably your man to ask but if you’re impatient just order 1 each of the dt Swiss rws 142 axles off chain reaction and send the 2/3 you don’t need back? It’s either x-12, e-thru or x-loc.

    Posted 7 years ago
    superstu
    Free Member

    Thanks Nick, really helpful

    Posted 7 years ago
    mikewsmith
    Free Member

    yep frame should come with the axle, the 142×12 should be the standard bit.

    Posted 7 years ago
    superstu
    Free Member

    I’ve got the frame, sadly no axle. I’ll see what Evans say when I call them.

    Posted 7 years ago
    mikewsmith
    Free Member

    Well thats a little crap, should be in there as it will match the drop outs

    Posted 7 years ago
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