Chris King R45 - Rear Hub Complete Cleaning; Rear Hub Bearing Lubrication

extension shaft exactly 4 turns.
Move driveshell so it sits against knurled ring.
Turn extension shaft clockwise until tight to fully expand
split ring behind inboard driveshell bearing.
Hold knurled ring stationary in one hand, while turning
T-handle clockwise with the other hand. This will remove
all remaining contents of driveshell, including inboard
driveshell bearing and white bearing seal.
Rear hub complete cleaning
Chris King sealed bearings have removable snap rings that
hold the rubber seals in place.
Carefully, using a very small screwdriver, pick, or penknife,
remove the snap ring by inserting tool into split of snap
ring. Gently work one end of the snap ring toward bearing
center until it is out of its groove. Follow the ring around with the tool until the snap
ring is completely dislodged.
Lift and remove exposed rubber seal to access the interior of the bearing.
Thoroughly flush all small parts and bearings with a light solvent-based spray
lubricant (e.g., WD-40™).
Some solvents, synthetic lubricants, and greases with high-pressure additives may
attack and damage seals and other nonmetallic materials. Minimize exposure to
these substances and thoroughly dry hub after cleaning.
Using a toothbrush, scrub bearing surfaces, splines and teeth on drive ring and
driven ring, and helical splines on driveshell with toothbrush to remove hardened
grease and contaminants.
Scrub out interior of hubshell and driveshell.
Wipe dirt and other contaminants from the seals and snap rings. Avoid cleaning
the seals with heavy-duty solvent, which could cause deterioration.
Flush bearings and RingDrive assembly again with a light solvent-based spray
lubricant to flush out any remaining contaminants.
Use compressed air to blow all spray lubricant, old grease and contaminants from
all parts. If compressed air is not available, use a clean, lint-free towel to thoroughly
dry all parts. All parts must be completely dry and free of solvents before adding
new lubrication and reassembly.
Rear hub bearing lubrication
Clean and relubricate the hubshell bearings. Follow bearing service instructions in the
“Service of the bearings” section on page 9 of this manual.
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