There isn't much you can do for engagement but you can make things a little louder by using a lighter weight oil on the pawls or even slightly bending the pawl springs to have more tension although that would also increase drag a bit.
Definitely! I've had to repair a ton of broken Stan's hubs over the years, especially the Neo's unfortunately. I am excited to see them working with Project 321 now, that may mean big improvements for them in the future.
@@ChrisMurrayEWC My second bike has Stan's Neo Durasync hub. It's the one that's red and probably not the same as the Neo hub you're referring to which I think is black. But yes, I have read that the Neo hubs are not durable. I am lightweight and ride XC only so I think my Neo Durasync hub will last me longer than most.
@@GokkunGuru really all of the Stan's hubs have been pretty fragile but if you are a lighter rider doing XC that will help a significant amount in letting them last a long time.
@@bradystoffer1078 That bad eh? I have had my Stans hub for under a year. Gonna see how it holds up. I don’t ride anything hardcore, not sure if that would extend the life of the hubs. They recently partnered with Project 321 to create a new magnetic engagement system called M Pulse. Maybe that’s better for Stans.
Hey there, are you using grease or oil? I had my body replaced (went from Shimano to SRAM Force) and now the sound is extremely quiet. I want my monster noise back!
You can use either but if you like loud hubs then a lightweight oil will definitely help you out! Our favorite is Dumonde Tech freehub oil. I think I9 also recommends that one along with the Dumonde Tech freehub grease.
Ive seen a few on Hydras but I have not seen any break on the 1/1's yet. The only major 1/1 failure I have seen was a stripped drive ring but that was from a rider who literally gets paid to try and break bike parts for major companies so he is super hard on gear.
Honestly, both are great hubs. Purely based on performance I think you get more for your money with Spank Hex but I feel the overall quality of materials is nicer on the 1/1. I've never seen a Spank Hex fail beyond needing bearings replaced due to wear though.
