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[Closed] 142 X 12 - what (m)axle do I need?

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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 : 27/04/2016 9:49 pm
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no not typically. It depends on the frame (which system, RS or Shimano) rather than the wheel.


 
Posted : 27/04/2016 9:55 pm
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I have just changed from a Turner Sultan to a Stumpjumper. Although they both have DT Swiss 142x12 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 : 27/04/2016 10:08 pm
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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 : 27/04/2016 10:33 pm
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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 : 27/04/2016 11:12 pm
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Thanks Nick, really helpful


 
Posted : 28/04/2016 6:33 am
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yep frame should come with the axle, the 142x12 should be the standard bit.


 
Posted : 28/04/2016 6:41 am
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I've got the frame, sadly no axle. I'll see what Evans say when I call them.


 
Posted : 28/04/2016 6:58 am
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Well thats a little crap, should be in there as it will match the drop outs


 
Posted : 28/04/2016 7:02 am