Rear wheel removal

[rixchard]

So, I have committed to removing the rear wheel to take it in for a new tire. I seem to recall reading somewhere that this is a no brainer. Is it a no brainer for the mechanically disinclined? Is there anything I can f**k up when doing it? Do things need to be torqued? Am I worrying about things too much? Will my hands get dirty? :)

[danbrew]

yeah, you do want to torque the wheel back on.

[rixchard]

Well shoot, I guess that means I need a torque wrench. What should I avoid in buying one?

[Dochatley]

Definitely torque that rascal back on per manual and watch for the skinny spacer that goes between the wheel and hub. I always recheck torque after about 50-100 miles (unless wheel starts to come off before that):D

[Dochatley]

Get the clicker torque wrench. Easy to use and not too expensive from Harbor Freight. I got one at Lowes for about $60-$70 and it works pretty good.