Which is better, the Mi5 hub or T11 hub?
Neither is “better”, they just have different applications. The T11 is a lighter weight rim brake road hub and the Mi5 is a little beefier for touring and mountain bikes, but can be used on road bikes if you want a more stout hub.
What type of service should I be performing on my hubs, and how often?
This depends on the type of climate you’re riding in, and how often. To check the bearings, remove the wheel once a month and spin the axle with your fingers to check for roughness which would indicate a bearing/bearings need to be replaced. In wet climates you can smear extra grease on the faces of the outer bearings to help protect them. For this, we like to use Sta-Lube Water-Resistant Marine Grease.
Can I get this hub in a 12mm x 100mm or 15mm x 100mm Thru axle?
Yes, but you’ll need to call us to order the 12mm x 100mm. To convert to the 15mm x 100mm configuration, just removed the QR plugs inserted in the axle.
Can I convert my Mi5 hub to a 12mm x 100mm axle or 15mm x 100mm Thru axle? And is that and difficult?
You can swap but you may need to purchase a new axle kit depending on what you currently have and what you want to change to. Axle kits are on the Axle Kits page. Instructions are in the Front Hub Assembly document, but it’s not a complicated procedure and does not require special tools.To convert to 15mm Thru axle just remove the QR plugs
| Axle you already have |
Axle you want to change to |
What you need to do |
| 9mm x 100 QR |
12mm x 100m Thru |
Purchase the “12mm x 100mm Thru Axle for XMR”, part# KITF12THRU |
| 9mm x 100 QR |
15mm x 100mm Thru |
Just pop out the QR plugs using a 2mm hex key inserted across the 2 little holes, and pull |
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How can I restore that shiny silver finish on my polished raw aluminum White Industries parts?
Use “Mothers Mag and Aluminum Polish” with a microfiber rag. Start with heavy pressure and lighten up towards the end.
Can I get these in a custom anodized color or hole drilling?
Unfortunately we do not offer those options.
