In the last picture that focuses on the support by the pedals, there is a threaded rod with a black handle, washer &amp; plastic piece, what is it for?
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It's for holding the bicycle in place so it doesn't slide out the back, I would just say to not buy this product as it doesn't work with all bikes and isn't useful. Just get the more expensive bike repair stands that uses a clamp at the crossbar, way more useful.
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Thanks for your interest. The pedestal is an optional accessory that many people like to have because it raises the washer to a more comfortable height for loading and unloading, and also provides a place to store detergent and other items. - Ms. Samsung
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There is some play in the bracket that hooks to the handlebars and the basket. In this photo they point forward. On my bike they are rotated pointing straight down. Giving you a couple of inches of play.
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It is the screw on type, threaded with circular washer on center shaft. It is not the one with sort of clip in type. I use this on a Home Depot brand Pressure Washer. Hope this helps.
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All bicycles have a reverse thread on the left pedal to keep it from unscrewing during use. The stripped threads are probably from repeated attempts to put the pedal on wrong or using the wrong pedal. (right pedal on left) left tighty, right loosy
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There are plastic rollers that work independently of the rod and handles. And the rod has a little flex to it for more comfort on leaner body parts.
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The black knob is used to add resistance to the rear wheel. I tried several units this by far the best and is whisper quiet.
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I had the same problem. To solve it, I put Loctite Threadlocker Blue 242 on the six large bolts on the main, center post. You also need to shim the rotating foot treadles where they connect to the arm shafts. I used washers to make sure there was no left-right play where the arm shafts connect to the foot treadles.
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I am not home right now, but I believe the "rod" is metal and has a plastic handle over it at the end to use as a sort of grip.
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Generally, you can tell by looking at the piece the pedals attach to. Is it one continuous piece(kinda S shaped)? or is it a spindle with an arm attached on each side? Continuous is usually 1/2" Spindle with arms is usually 9/16"
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Not sure. Which washers? The ones between the nut and the hood? Not really, but could result in cracking paint under nut.
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I now own the Drive Medical #10273, which has the exact same pedals/handles as this model. Those two plastic parts have no ball bearings, not even any bushings; just a sloppy fitting through-hole to clear the 7/16" dia steel crank that they "spin" relative-to. Consequently the excessive play produces a click-clack noise.
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Thanks Pendarvii. I would have missed this if it wasn't for your post. They cylindrical parts are used in Step 9, even though the assembly guide makes no reference to it. They go inside the left & right pedal arm assemblies, where they connect to the lower left and right handlebar assemblies. As Pendarvii said, the carriage bolts will go through them.
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There's a black metal section at the bottom of the handle. Pull it away, then tilt it.
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To support the parts you are installing. It's a lubricate to prevent rusting of the parts. Hope this helps.
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Basically, this is a device affixed to the front of your bicycle both above and below where your fork meets the frame of a bicycle. It's purpose is to hold the ball bearings that allow your fork to turn smoothly and efficiently. They come in different styles and sizes for mountain and road bikes as well. Any thing else you need to know will be answered far more effectively by a good Google search. Google knows everything.
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The part I received was an aftermarket part. My washer is less than 10 years old and all of the original parts are failing. It's filling up with aftermarket parts and the replacements are now lasting longer than the original ones!