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Easy
Steps
6
Time Required
6 - 10 minutes
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- Pivot Cups
- 6 steps
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Introduction
This guide will demonstrate how to replace the pivot cups on your skateboard, and enjoy a squeak-free ride once again.
What you need
Step 1
Pivot Cups
- Remove the nut from the kingpin.
Remove the nut from the kingpin.
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Step 2
- Pull off the truck hanger and remove the bushings and washers.
Pull off the truck hanger and remove the bushings and washers.
Step 3
- Place your free hand a safe distance from the screwdriver in case it slips.
- Wedge the screwdriver into the side of the pivot cup and raise the edge.
Place your free hand a safe distance from the screwdriver in case it slips.
Wedge the screwdriver into the side of the pivot cup and raise the edge.
Step 4
- Grab the edge of the pivot cup with pliers and pull the pivot cup all the way out.
Grab the edge of the pivot cup with pliers and pull the pivot cup all the way out.
Step 5
- Insert your new pivot cup into the hole.
Insert your new pivot cup into the hole.
Step 6
- Put the parts of the truck back in place.
Put the parts of the truck back in place.
Enjoy the smooth ride!
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José Torres
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University of Puerto Rico Mayagüez, Team 3-18, Cools Stephens Fall 2021
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