FYI Novatec recommends using Dumonde Freehub oil, not grease. Also you should put loctite on the end cap threads before reassembling, again per Novatec, to keep the loosening issue you recommended.

@TonyHob

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tips.I pinned your comment so others can see it right away. In my case no more problems after this was done. I now have Bontrager wheels on the bike for the past 3 months or so.

@mdelacru

3 жыл бұрын

@@TonyHob love the channel man. Been a solid resource for me. Can u link us to the Bontrager wheels u got? I may have to replace mine. Having a hard time getting replacement parts for those 2018 novatec hubs. Thanks Tony.

After couple hours of searching on youtube this is the only video that is clear, not overly edited-where certain steps are left out making you wonder how they got to where they are now.. No sponsors further lengthening the footage. Good old 'how to' video. Thank you

I use automatic transmission fluid on all my freehubs. Great video

Had this exact problem on my Diamondback Atroz, all I heard was something like a loose bolt in rear of bike and had no idea what it was until I finally had the shop take care of it for me.

Man thanks! That helped alot!

Not sure what's up with mine but the big rubber washer just sits there...theres nothing for it to slot into so when I put the casette back on the lock nut doesn't reach the freehub threads....it only fits if I remove the rubber washer 🤷

I got some Hunt wheels and I think they use this hub. If not I net they are very similar. I have a question. When do we know we have to replace the bearings? Thanks for this video.

@TonyHob

3 жыл бұрын

Usually they will develop play, get noisy or not turn smoothly

Is the freehub an upgrade or did it come with the wheel. I have a 3 pawl, and would like to get a 6 pawl freehub

@TonyHob

2 жыл бұрын

It is the original one that came with the wheel

Model is D162SB I think. Having an issue with mine now.

@TonyHob

4 жыл бұрын

Hope you get it sorted out

what size cone wrench is that? 17mm?

@TonyHob

6 жыл бұрын

Yes, 17mm

I am serving my release 3 hub. I noticed one of the 4 pawls do not spring back up. It isn’t stuck down it just lays there. The others spring back up when pushed down. Is that normal?

@TonyHob

3 жыл бұрын

It might just be sticky grease. Also make sure the spring is not missing. They should all spring back up

@YTZack408

3 жыл бұрын

@@TonyHob thanks. upon closer inspection my pawls were all chewed up and I’ve got a new set with spring coming from Novatec.

Do u know where one could purchase a replacement free-hub body for this wheel? I cannot find it on novatecs website. Part # D462SB-ASA-SL-B12

@TonyHob

3 жыл бұрын

Sorry, DB sent me a replacement under warranty

@robsventure7448

2 жыл бұрын

I had my 2020 DB Catch 2 freehub off yesterday to clean and grease. I didn’t notice the “spacer” that sits between the freehub and wheel bearing during disassembly, but I found it on the bench. I installed it and everything went back together and all seems fine. Your video is the only reference I have been able to find that shows the spacer. I have some questions as to weather the spacer actually came out of the assembly or if it was junk that I had on the bench. Anyhow, do you know if the spacer is on all the Catch and Release bikes? And if I did not install it what would happen; will the pawls sit too low in the wheel? Thanks for any info. -Rob

I am having nothing but trouble with my Novatec hub. After 2 rides i get so many dirt and water inside that my freehub is stuck. Could it be the seal?

@TonyHob

2 жыл бұрын

It could be, I found mine was not seated properly and worked great after servicing it and making sure the seal was installed correctly

Could I just use wet chain lube?

@TonyHob

5 жыл бұрын

I think it would be too thin and not last long. A light grease would be better.

Can we use hi-temp lithium grease?

@TonyHob

4 жыл бұрын

It needs to be really thin viscosity grease or high viscosity oil. Not sure how thick the grease you have is. They do sell lube specifically for freehubs which would be ideal but it’s pricey

@carlogalopo2605

4 жыл бұрын

@@TonyHob Got it, i think the lithium on e won't work. It's like elbow grease consistency. Thanks

What is the mm of the cone wrench?

@TonyHob

3 жыл бұрын

17mm

Um?

@TonyHob

5 жыл бұрын

English is my second language so I tend to translate in my mind as I speak therefore the frequent "ums" . Something I'll have to work on. I just do this as a hobby and hopefully to help somebody out who might need this information. God Bless.

@georgehooper6955

3 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best videos I’ve seen, great explanations not just “watch me do this”. The “ums” are NOT an issue, kudos to you for the quality of the video especially considering not your first language. Thanks Brother!! (Is that spline grease you showed the Motorcraft PTFE lube?)