So £39 quid for a new set of official hope bearings for my wifes rear wheel. It seems a little steep but is this a good price or can I get the same SKF type bearings for less anywhere?
Think it's 17x28x7 (x3) & 61803 2RS (x2)
I have the same wheel aswell so think I'll be buying 2 sets.
Second Question; I've just replaced 2 spokes in a wheel that had stans yellow tape on them. I just cut a small hole in the tape to replace the nipple. Can I simply apply tape over the holes (say 4" either side) or do I have to take the old off and completely re-tape?
http://www.onlinebearings.co.uk/hope-pro-3-hub-bearing-17-x-28-x-7-pr-16471.html
£18 for a pair + £3 delivery. Still not cheap.
The problem is the the 17x28x7 doesnt appear to be a standard size. The other ones you can get cheaper.
Dont know about the stans Q.
You can patch with Stans tape - just make sure that the section to be patched is thoroughly clean and grease free.
If its just the wheel bearings you only need 2 of the 5, the other 3 are for the freehub.
Be aware pro3 xc3 use different bearings to pro3 am4's.