I’m starting to get the ‘ratchet not engaging in cold weather’ thing with my current DT Swiss rear hub.
It did it briefly a couple of weeks ago in freezing weather.
It did it again yesterday on the way to work and on the way home. It seemed alright immediately after leaving a warm room, then started slipping once it was cold.
First of all,is this the right tool to dismantle it, a standard Shimano lockring tool ?
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=7975
Secondly, I’ve got the wheel laid on it’s side, dribbling releasing oil down the gap between the lockring and axle. Is this a worthwhile short term cure ?
Thirdly, what’s special about the DT Swiss special grease ? What’s the best readily available lubricant for the star ratchet, oil or grease ?