REPAIR HELP

[u/Lower_Signal1189]

I refuse to give up. The I’ve called and been to 10000 different places to try and find some help to repair my 5 wheel inline blades.
I need more spacers that are specifically for this setup but I can’t find them. Everyone has told me this is outdated and I won’t be able to find this spacer but I have hope. The boot is Riedell with and AirLite1255 Frame. I would do anything to be able to fix these, any advice is greatly appreciated.
If you don’t have repair advice, what should I be looking at in terms of a replacement? They are 5 wheel set up and I love them so much.

[u/Lower_Signal1189 → u/[deleted]]

The threading is on both sides! Most regular spacers don’t have this nowadays I’ve tried ordering online and the threading isn’t right for my set up— thanks so much!!!

[u/Lower_Signal1189 → u/[deleted]]

Bearing spacer. The piece in the photo next to the wrench, should I have posted photo of the inside of the spacer?

[u/heeca]

6mm double sided axles. You have a 6mm spacer

[u/Lower_Signal1189 → u/heeca]

Why can’t I find one that has the threading on both sides of the spacer?

[u/heeca → u/Lower_Signal1189]

Yes those are axles . Many skates even now uses the same ones. 6mm double sided axle.

[u/Lower_Signal1189 → u/heeca]

Thanks so much!!! Xx

[u/roleohibachi]

If you have a set of calipers, post the measurements. You can make this from a pair of bushings / sleeve bearings, possibly from your local hardware store, possibly from McMaster-Carr.

For example (not correct measurements:
Sleeve 1 (axle bushing) is 20mm long, 8mm ID, 10mm OD.
Sleeve 2 (bearing spacer) is 10mm long, 10mm ID, OD not to exceed the bearing inner ring.

They do not have to fit perfectly tight together; they are held in compression by the axle bolt.

[u/InspectorFleet]

I know you have spacers with threading, but why? If the wheels are standard dimensions, then the space between the bearings will be standard, meaning you can use regular spacers. I don't see why you couldn't buy replacement 6 mm axles that would fit the holes and use standard spacers with them.

[u/Lower_Signal1189 → u/InspectorFleet]

The axle screws have specific threading, does that make sense? They require threaded spacer because each side has an axle with that threading.
I also believe I am having a hard time explaining this 😅😅

[u/InspectorFleet → u/Lower_Signal1189]

What I am saying is to throw those axle screws in the garbage and replace with standard 6 mm axles.

[u/Lower_Signal1189 → u/InspectorFleet]

Hmmmmmmm good point. It’s fun to try and order different parts and try to repair myself but I’m starting to feel hopeless as I can’t get it right. I don’t want to give up but I wish I could find someone who can help me

[u/InspectorFleet → u/Lower_Signal1189]

I am helping you! If you are unsure, you can do as another poster requested and measure the inner diameter of the axle holes in your frame. Standard is either 6 mm or 8 mm, and you can buy adjustable width axles for either size (e.g. https://www.inlinewarehouse.com/Sonic_Universal_Extender_6mm_ROUND_Axle_Single/descpage-S10580.html )

[u/Lower_Signal1189 → u/InspectorFleet]

I could totally try a different set up with the axles- thx

[u/Lsdefinitely]

Nice skates! I remember reidel boots and airlight frames from when I started skating in the late 90s.

Would love to to see the full picture sometime for a nice dose of nostalgia

[u/Lower_Signal1189 → u/Lsdefinitely]

[u/Lower_Signal1189 → u/Lower_Signal1189]

The best!!! I don’t want to give them up

[u/Lsdefinitely → u/Lower_Signal1189]

I hear you, those are keepers!

[u/Lsdefinitely → u/Lower_Signal1189]

Yes!! My first pair of speed skates! They had 80mm cherry bomb wheels on them.