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08 September 2014, 16:53
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Country: UK - England
Town: Hampshire
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Knott brake shoe removal vid(s)
Another couple of vids for those interested, as I've been asked a few times about Knott brake shoe removal and installation.
Please excuse the quality and 'jumps', as they were filmed on the phone.
I'll put them on the 'trailer sticky' too.
How to remove UK Knott trailer brake shoes - YouTube
How to install UK Knott trailer brake shoes - YouTube
PS. They're 'safety' flip-flops... honest... 
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08 September 2014, 17:07
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Town: Sticks, N.Yorks
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Cheers for that 
Can you post one of the same process for the ALKO waterproof (  ) bearings & brakes.
I bought an ex-demo SBS trailer last winter and I'm a bit paranoid about dipping the wheels so have kept them clear of the water although it's bunked. This has resulted in very strong forearms like Popeye & me eating lots of spinach....... 
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08 September 2014, 21:33
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Great vids!
I learnt a lot of that the hard way last winter, much cursing and gnashing of teeth. Wish I'd seen this before I did it.
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08 September 2014, 23:36
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Country: UK - England
Town: Hampshire
Boat name: Altea 2
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Quote:
Originally Posted by paddlers
Cheers for that
Can you post one of the same process for the ALKO waterproof ( ) bearings & brakes.
I bought an ex-demo SBS trailer last winter and I'm a bit paranoid about dipping the wheels so have kept them clear of the water although it's bunked. This has resulted in very strong forearms like Popeye & me eating lots of spinach....... |
Yup, no problem. next set of Alko shoes I do, I'll put a quick vid together.
Steve's also asked for one on how to adjust the Knott shoes, so I'll do one of those too.
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09 September 2014, 06:33
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Country: UK - Scotland
Town: Aberdeenshire
Boat name: Sula
Make: Ribcraft 4.8m
Length: 4m +
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Good videos Ben. Ask for a set of steel toe-capped rigger boots for Christmas! 
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Is that with or without VAT?
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09 September 2014, 08:26
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Town: Hampshire
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Make: Narwhal
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I have a few pairs, honest!
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09 September 2014, 09:46
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Country: UK - England
Town: NW& wherever the boat is!
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I've done my own bearings and brakes for years - learning the hard way and originally at the side of the road whilst having a really bad day! But some really good tips there, could have done with seeing those vids ermm a few years  ago.
Worst job I had was getting the drum off when the brake lining had dropped off inside and seized the whole shooting match solid. Middle of winter, snowing and p***d off! Couldn't shift it, was considering trying to smash the drum somehow or other. Went for a warm up, brew and a good swear. Came back an hour later and the drum literally fell off into my hands-oh deep joy! 
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09 September 2014, 10:02
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Country: UK - England
Town: Hampshire
Boat name: Altea 2
Make: Narwhal
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Welcome to my life...
Always good to know what to do though, tbh. Well done for persevering!
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09 September 2014, 18:21
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ah I've been in that world for years...so busy and with multiple boat ownership at one time meant constant trailer work. But I did learn a lot from the vids thanks. In particular putting the return springs on the back so they don't lean outward and into the drums and also putting the retaining spring in before joining the shoes together- **** obvious now I've seen it but would have made life so much easier if I had worked that one out for myself in the past 
The shoes looked like they hadn't been doing any braking at all for a long time... would you emery the inside of the drum a bit to get rid of the rust layer that would be in there so that the brakes didn't grab on first application?
Where do you get the safety flip flops from ? Do I have to wait til Aldi have em on special offer 
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09 September 2014, 18:42
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Country: UK - England
Town: Hampshire
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It has it's moments, but then it beats sitting in an office, for me anyway!
Definitely rub down the inside face, yes. I use 80 grade, or if they're particularly bad the die grinder with a decent stone.
Ah, the flip flops are 'Santa Cruz's' finest footwear...
Here's my slave rubbing down the very said drums...
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09 September 2014, 18:45
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Country: UK - England
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either very brave..or the slave doesn't read this forum 
Thanx for those vids -great stuff
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13 January 2015, 23:36
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Country: UK - England
Town: Burwash, East Sussex
Make: Ribcraft 6.4 Pro
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Thanks for the vids. You make it look so easy.
I have bought a set of Knott sealed for life bearings to replace on my trailer. i have only ever done tapered bearing before. Am i going to need a hoofing great hydraulic press to get these out?
I have a set of shoes, and some stainless cables to fit too.
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14 January 2015, 19:40
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if you have a fridge and an oven you are halfway there!
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14 January 2015, 20:11
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[QUOTE=Xk59D;663341]if you have a fridge and an oven you are halfway there!
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Arh i saw that video already. Those bearings are on a car. Are they the similar to this?
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14 January 2015, 20:14
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a bearing is a bearing dude.
if you don't have a press then you need to resort to such techniques.
with that said, i am sure a local engineering shop would press a bearing for you for a few beer coupons.
cheers
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14 January 2015, 20:52
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Sometimes saltwater trailers can be a little more difficult to extract without the press etc but usually they can be persuaded.
Peter @ Boatsandoutboards4sale
07930 421007
www.BoatsandOutboards4Sale.co.uk
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14 January 2015, 23:25
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Thanks All.
I have this weekend penciled for the job.
Freezer and oven at the ready!
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