How to maintain your electric skateboard | ESK8 101
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- Watch and learn some tips for maintaining your electric skateboard. Also leave tips in the comments to help others!
This episode was written by Sophia Tung, co-admin of BAESK8 (Bay Area Esk8) and author of Sofu Reviews at Electric Skateboard HQ.
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What maintenance tips did we miss? What would you like us to explain in more detail? What esk8 101 topic should we cover next? Thanks to Sophia for writing the script for this episode and being my hand double!
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Check the description of this video for links to some maintenance items. And if you're thinking of getting an electric skateboard, you can use my discounts here: dkwan.com/freestickers.
instead of soap shavings you can also use candle wax! make sure it is unscented regular wax as the scent oils wear down your pivot cup. (applies to soap as well!)
What about board maintainence like how to clean the grip tape and prevent your board from humidity?
Hub motor maintenance
you should not reuse the nuts that screws onto the wheels (or trucks) if you keep removing the nuts for bearing maintenance because the threads become loose. it's best to just put on new nuts so that the chances of the wheels coming off while riding is avoided.
i replace my nuts after 4 removals. you can buy these nuts cheaply here: www.tactics.com/independent/genuine-parts-axle-nuts-set-of-4
@@karmabasedj8184 the grip tape can be cleaned by using "sanding belt cleaner" available at Harbor Freight stores. here's the link to how it looks like: www.harborfreight.com/sanding-belt-cleaner-30766.html
as for humidity, only storing your skateboard inside your house and not getting it wet while riding is the best defense against humidity.
Omg, I pressed like and did bearing maintenance and now my g2t is crazy fast. Thanks DK!
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Putting soap in your pivot cup is just a quick short term fix. Silicone grease is the way to go on pivots as well as bushings. It not only lubricates but will extend their life. Silicone grease will also help to prevent rust on axles, nuts, and washers.
This was super helpful, especially about the pivot cup replacement. Glad to see more quick informative content from the channel
Congratulations Daniel on making it to 10,000. Your content has always been the most entertaining material, and your artistry has been inspiring. Take care, and be well.
Great vid, love how much info you get into less than 5 mins!
Thanks Daniel!! Good video. Keep up the great content 🤙🏽
Great vid as usual Daniel - loving the extra 5MPH I’m getting!
You might mention care of grip tape - if it gets dirt/other stuff in it & how to clean out (I use compressed air and/or a brush).
Love your videos. You got me into electric longboarding with your Ownboard Carbon AT video
thanks for the good tips my man !
Thank you, I will use the video to help me do some maintenance that I should do and always postpone so far 😊
Check belts for damages and check if all the screws and nuts are still in place and check if your remote has enough charge are things I do everytime I ride.
Nice video, it made me a subscriber.
Great video. Keep up the good content
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Good shit. Glad I watched. 2020 esk8ing will be quality.
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Good video editing, good video topic.
So many things I did wrong.. great video!
This video was so helpful. You brought up some points I had never even thought of!
Hi Daniel, thanks for making such a useful video. I'm wondering if you have maintenance tips for hub motors? Trying to figure out how to keep my motors working properly and spinning correctly.
Can you do a video on electric skateboard safety.. how to bail and break.. fitting of gear.. take a back to school approach with future content?
I really need to know how to change the bearings on a hub motor
Could you please do a video on replacing sleeves on hub motors! Small chunks are coming out of my hub motor wheels and I can't find a good video on how to do it correctly!
Can you do a detailed breakdown of the wowgo 3x so we will know what options we have for the rear wheels. Also will there be the option to change the gear for different speed and torque options.
Can you do a video on battery maintenance and building.. maybe with engineer contacts by like zoom or goole duo?
For cleaning grip tape i use shoe brush, just do it outside and you are fine
Ya one of my motors is making a strange sound hopefully this helps
Make a video about deckswapping a backfire ranger!
Your cool bro
urhh so how do u maintain ur hub motors? like after a rain? just dry em quickly? is there any lubricant i can apply or just leave it alone?
i have nilox doc longboard how to replace rubber from tyres?
Hello, what can I do with coil friction sound? I have my board for 2 months and it's doing these sounds while speedin' up. (Hub motors)
what if I wont ride for accouple of days do I charge it fully or leave it at 50-60% battery?
Can you do a motor teardown?
Do you know why Boosted suggests to keep the battery always full especially during winter when the board is not used? Does your tip to leave the board at 50% applies to all boards?
How do you clean the motors? I think my motors are dirty and the connection is kind of sketchy now I want to clean them out.
I noticed right away that you have a metasurf truck. Have you used their electric boards? I was interested in their direct drive when it came out around a year ago.
Hey bro, love the videos, so I bought a atlas pro 4wd gear drive, I've put 250km on it for over 2 months, long story short the metal strip that holds the bearings in place has shattered into a million piece. I now want to put the big "cog" drive chain off to clean it (not sure if that's the correct name for it?) But I can't work out how to unscrew it. Exway won't reply
Please make a video explaining how to fully service the gear drive, they say to put extra Grease after 2000km but should be able to clean out the old stuff first, makes more sense yes ?
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1:43 Daniel can you explain about that a little bit more?
你好 最近 我的backfire提到高速的时候出现 转弯过渡力反馈不匀称的现象，就是说速度快了开始有点抖，我想换了那个橡胶试试，后轮马达整个桥是新买两三个月的，估计是前轮旧橡胶的问题……你觉得呢
How to change trucks on a backfire G2 Galaxy back rear truck
Super helpful vid. I saw in one of my instructions that the board should be stored at full charge. Does that sound right to you? Also I saw in the instructions that I should fully charge the board once a month. Again does that sound correct to you? Thanks so much. Love you channel. TD
I’m not sure. I know different batteries have different optimal levels for long term storage, normally around 50% but could be higher or lower. I would do what the manual says or ask a user group for that brand.
Do you use oil in bearings?
Do not overcharge and overdischarge
The best discharge range for Li-ion batteries is 45% to 75%. ±10% is ok
If you are not in a hurry you can choose a lower current for charging
(Adjustable DC power supply)
The above operation can greatly extend the life of the lithium battery
When is that wowgo 3x full review coming??
I was just about to do this video lol
Hey Daniel, do you have any experience with / opinions of the BoardUp folding longboard? I just bought one recently on the back on only finding good reviews of it online.
Keep up the good work!
Never tried it but looks interesting
Let the batt cool down before you charge it. But great vid
Hey man really liked your review on the ZEALOTS it's my first skateboard ever. I'm going to be riding on pavement but there is some dirt driveways in the area leading to it so I imagine it's a little dustier than some places how often should I clean and grease the bearings on my wheels
As of now ive got one ride on it ( full battery) I was going to do one more then maybe park it for a minute until I go through and clean it / grease the bearings
i have the wowgo 3. is it possible to use wheels from amazon? and the motor wheels are only replaceable with the motor from wowgos website? you cant change those PU wheel to like orangatang wheels can u?
How many charge cycles does a board have usually? Ie. How many KM does it have in its life span? I have a wowgo3
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Nameless Vermillion they’re my nails lol
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What type of bearing grease would you suggest for hub motor bearings I feel like regular skateboard stuff is to thin
Go to harbor freight and get Sta lube red grease, we use it at work for many things and it'll keep the bearings water resistant For a long time
This guy has informative content, exceptional edits, and is all around entertaining. Meanwhile, Logan Paul just got 1mill likes. 🤦♂️
Lubrication?
I know the mini havent come out yet but would you guys recomend the backfire mini or backfire g2t
If you are big and heavy and like stable carving, the G2T is awesome. But I'm very curious about the hot lil shorty about to be unleashed by Backfire.
1:33😂👍
Is there a preferred place that you buy wheels from? I'm having a hard time finding places that sell big wheels. Skate shops online either don't sell them or are out of stock
I’ve only bought from Amazon or locally
The first rule of esk8 is maintenance is required!! Like a car a simple bit of maintance will keep things working 300% better for longer!! Dont skip the small things!
I just increased speed with a like the future is friendly!
So leaving my board plugged into the wall for weeks between use is bad? If dont have a weird plug thing whatever u called it what’s best fully charge then plug back in for fifteen mins before using?
Jared B If you won’t use for more than a week, leave the board around halfway charged. This applies to most boards. If the board’s manual says to leave it fully charged then do that instead, but that’s not common.
My wheels are on waaay too tight. Time to make a change
How do I access the back pivot cup on a hub motor board?
Same way as any board. If the motor cables are preventing you from removing the truck hanger, you may need to take off the ESC enclosure or whatever is preventing the cables from moving.
My most hated and time consuming part of maintenance is bearings. You need to remove them, remove dust cap, wash them twice in special bottle with solvents (better to use gas mask with organic vapors filter)… But this saves a lot of money since you don’t need to spend money for new set and we all know that cheap bearings are really awful.
I just got a electric skateboard backfire but this was helpful but at the moment im kinda broke as a joke
Esk8 maintenance ft. Sofu’s hands 😂
there’s a pivot cup?!
Your timer outlet amazon link directs to dove beauty bar soap on Amazon :/
After how many kilometres do you think you should perform bearing maintenance?
When one becomes noisy
So far the method I’ve operated by is just that. Also slow spin rate. I was just curious if anyone had figured out an average distance in kilometres they were getting between maintenance
Anyway, good videos man!
Yo, where's the maintenance for hub motors/Outrunner motors? You can use WD40 Contact Cleaner designed for electronics!
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Why do you have nail paint?
Sarthak saxena Check DK’s comment - he had a female hand double 😉
I have an electric skateboard with 600+ miles and I’ve never done maintenance on it 😬😂
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10K now! 😄
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My Backfire Zealot is faster now thank you
Why are you're nails sky blue kevin? 🤪
Too much work. I will just take it to the skate shop. 😂
What, these aren't my hands! Oh well
I wish that you young high insurance payers were more interested in boosting range, then boosting speed.
We do not care u have 10k subs! Tell us when u get to 100k subs 😜
10k subs is a major accomplishment you asshole.
@@oliverm8058 it’s a joke calm down. Been w daniel since day one.
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@@oliverm8058 no worries bro 😁
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Could you please do a video on replacing sleeves on hub motors! Small chunks are coming out of my hub motor wheels and I can't find a good video on how to do it correctly!
Do you know why Boosted suggests to keep the battery always full especially during winter when the board is not used? Does your tip to leave the board at 50% applies to all boards?
Interesting, wasn’t aware of that suggestion from Boosted. Storing battery at around 50% applies to all Li-ion batteries for any product.
@@DanielKwan Thanks for your reply and btw great video as usual! Here is what they suggest: support.boostedboards.com/hc/en-us/articles/360002246514-Boosted-Board-Battery-Packs