[UCSBrian]

Hi ive got a free agent 20" i got a while back for really cheap. Ive been wanting to put pegs on it but im not really sure about how to go about it. I used it mainly for dirt jumping but would like to be able to grind some stuff. I was told that the axles on my wheelset were too short to run pegs. Can i install longer axels? Where are good places to go about purchasing bmx hardware? Thanks guys
Brian

 

[hardtail_schmuk]

www.trendbmx.com

If you're ordering longer axles I suggest either kink or standard (if they're 3/8).

 

[monkeyboy424]

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i 2nd that remark...

 

[UCSBrian]

what i have is a free agent speedway. I dont reall know what axels i need to buy, if i can even replace the axels, what exactly i need to order. Im pretty clueless as far as bmx stuff goes. All i know is that i was told my axels were pretty short and would not lend themselves to pegs. Anyone able to help me out on some specifics?


Edit: Also how terrible of an idea is it to run threaded pegs?
Seeing as the axels are short this would be nice and easy.


Thanks
Brian

 

[KonaDude]

Your local shop should know which axles to get you. Just stroll in with your Free Agent steed and tell them your situation.

As far as pegs go, I would stay away from threaded ones. They are then your axle nuts and are subject to rotation (and therefore loosening your wheel from the dropouts) from a hard hit. You should look for a good set of pegs with anti-spin. Right now I'm running Snafu Hexagonpegs, which have anti-spin and 6 positions to allow for lots of wear. They fit 3/8" or 14mm axles and probably retail for 20-25 bucks US for a pair. Be careful using any pegs on any 3/8" axle system, as they are liable to bend or break. Good axles (like the brands mentioned above) should make a difference in that regard, though.

I hope this helps you.

 

[monkeyboy424]

primo pro makes this hub that has super strong 3/8 axles, but htey are like 150 bucks or something, ya, get the axles and definitly no threadid pegs, they are evil.....