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I picked up the 1894 Columbia Model 34 without hubs. I am setting it up as a rider and the method of attaching the front hub is something that has puzzled me. The fork leg has no dropouts only 11mm (7/16") holes. The front axle I'm going to use is 8mm (5/16"). See the attached pictures. The bearing adjusters are screwed into each end of the axle and the axle doesn't have full threads. How was the hub inserted into the fork legs? Spreading the fork legs enough to insert the axle is asking for trouble! I know I'll have to machine up bushes so that 8MM fill's the 11mm holes.
Does any one out there have any details on how the original was designed? This should answer my questions?
If not, how would you suggest the best method of doing this installation?
Does any one out there have any details on how the original was designed? This should answer my questions?
If not, how would you suggest the best method of doing this installation?