Pulstar hubs service

[RobbieA]

I've just bought a couple of pairs of Pulstar hubs from eBay and both the front hubs are 'graunchy'. Are they easy to service? Are they saveable? Or do I just try and return 'em - love how they look!

 

[Bike Hoarder]

I've got a (from what I can see NOS) 32H gun metal grey front that I'll be shifting on soon if you're interested? Bought it as a complete wheel, but i only needed the rim.

From a brief look the other morning they look like cartridge bearings - maybe just need a regrease, but with the right tools they'll be changeable.

 

[RobbieA]

Thanks @Bike Hoarder but I'm keen to understand how to save them - I've not done much maintenance other than swapping components and fettling gears/brakes, so was looking for some pointers on how to go about it

 

[d8mok]

Remember there are two kinds. Sealed ones and the crappy cheap ones

 

[RobbieA]

Remember there are two kinds. Sealed ones and the crappy cheap ones

How will I know which ones I have?

 

[d8mok]

Rear looks like a sealed one to me

Front looks open bearing / cup&cone rather than sealed.

 

[RobbieA]

And these. They look the same to me @d8mok but would be grateful for help

 

[d8mok]

This is a sealed front one

 

[RobbieA]

So, are they worth working on? Bought as unused

 

[d8mok]

There’s nothing particularly wrong with them. It’s just not the fancy sealed version on the front which is desirable one.

A bit of grease and adjustment and it’ll be fine.