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Qr skewers with horizontal dropouts
Putting together a SS build, and I have heard that only external cam QR skewers should be used on horizontal dropouts, but I can't find any Shimano skewers that are external cam, only internal.
I have chain tensioners, so I'm not worried about wheel slippage when riding- only when braking with BB7s.
Can XT internals be used? I hear that DTs are good for this too. Any pics or links would be appreciated!
Thanks
Current Stable: 2011 Niner EMD, 2011 Vassago Jabba
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Qr skewers with horizontal dropouts
I think you have it backwards, enclosed cam skewers are said to be stronger than open cam skewers from what I've read.
m.jensonusa.com/Shimano-XT-M765760-Skewers
These should work fine I would think, but that being said I've never owned a bike with horizontal dropouts either.
Jake
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Qr skewers with horizontal dropouts
 Originally Posted by Niner_Boy
Putting together a SS build, and I have heard that only external cam QR skewers should be used on horizontal dropouts, but I can't find any Shimano skewers that are external cam, only internal.
I have chain tensioners, so I'm not worried about wheel slippage when riding- only when braking with BB7s.
Can XT internals be used? I hear that DTs are good for this too. Any pics or links would be appreciated!
Thanks
No, you want the internal cam skewers. Clamp tighter with less effort.
mtbtires.com
The trouble with common sense is it is no longer common
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Well, I got that wrong! Thanks for the advice guys...internal it is then!
Current Stable: 2011 Niner EMD, 2011 Vassago Jabba
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I have ridden a Jabberwocky for years with QR rear wheels. I have always used XT or Salsa skewers. I usually put a drop of oil on the cam before I tighten it. Never had any wheel slip.
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You can get wheel slippage if it's a new frame and the paint is nice and fresh on the dropout. You can minimize slippage by lightly sanding or filing the side of the dropout where the skewer bites into the frame.
Personally, I have used a solid axle with track nuts and they *NEVER* slip (or make any noise). XT skewers work very well. However, I have noticed a little bit of creaking with the skewers.
I will try the oil drop on the cam idea. Should make it easier to clamp it a little tighter.
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Qr skewers with horizontal dropouts
Halo Hex are cheap and effective.
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 Originally Posted by SS Hack
Halo Hex are cheap and effective.
+1 - I am running Halo Hex Key Skewers on horizontal drops with no tensioners and no issues.
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Re: Qr skewers with horizontal dropouts
 Originally Posted by waffleBeast
+1 - I am running Halo Hex Key Skewers on horizontal drops with no tensioners and no issues.
I love these things too. Using on many of my bikes.
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I use a DT Swiss on my El Mar. No slippage and you can really crank it down. Just like not having to carry extra tools.
Independent Fabrications Steel Deluxe 29 SS
Salsa El Mariachi Steel SS
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Qr skewers with horizontal dropouts
 Originally Posted by titusracer
I use a DT Swiss on my El Mar. No slippage and you can really crank it down. Just like not having to carry extra tools.
Just don't crank it till it blows, like I did! First usage too. My Halo Hexes can take more.
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 Originally Posted by SS Hack
Halo Hex are cheap and effective.
These things rule. People don't steal your wheels as easily either (campus).
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 Originally Posted by titusracer
I use a DT Swiss on my El Mar. No slippage and you can really crank it down. Just like not having to carry extra tools.
I don't like these as much because i always tell people that quick releases aren't twist tight but these are. Thats why the cam is so nice! Even if they work really well I don't use them out of spite.
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