How do you know if your truck is too tight?

In most situations, tight trucks are a hinderance. They inhibit your ability to turn and make it difficult to line up on an obstacle. If you often find yourself having to press down on the tail when turning, it's probably time to loosen the kingpin nut.

What happens if you tighten trucks too much?

Thunders have no break in time they come ready to skate this can throw some people off. If you tighten them too tight yes you can blow the bushings be careful and go slow a half turn at a time unless of course, they are so loose you can't see any threads.

How tight should my trucks be to my board?

The bolts attaching your baseplate to the deck should be as tight as they go, and you kingpin should be just tight enough to stop the hanger from slopping around freely. If it's too wobbly, get harder bushings.

Should trucks be loose or tight?

The faster you intend on riding, the tighter your trucks should be. Tight trucks provide stability at higher speeds, reducing the likelihood of catching the dreaded speed wobbles. If you're considering riding downhill, or if a vert ramp session is in your future, consider tightening your trucks for safety's sake.

How tight should the baseplate be?

Tight enough that the base plate doesn't move but not so tight that the screw head is getting buried into the deck. And wheels should not be rattling but also not so tight that it prevents wheels from spinning.

Are skateboards supposed to wobble?

A wobbly skateboard isn't a bad thing, some actually like to ride their trucks super loose. Beginners will have a harder time learning to ride a skateboard with loose trucks. After all, a more stable board will help you keep your balance. Just be sure to break bushings in and don't tighten them until you squish them.

What are the benefits of loose trucks?

Pros of Loose Trucks:

More Flow & Maniablity. Best Lock into Grind. Easy to Roll Away from Tricks. Easy to Balance Manuals and Grinds.

Do all bushings fit all trucks?

All trucks come with stock bushings, but some prefer to replace them. Not everybody weighs the same and skaters prefer different tightness on the trucks. Note that bushings need to break in a little before you can tell you want to replace them.

Should I get soft or hard bushings?

Harder bushings result in stiffer turns. Importantly, how tight or loose you keep your bushings also effects your skateboard's turn responsiveness. Softer bushings are easier for your hanger to compress, and therefore it is easier to turn on softer bushings. Harder bushings result in stiffer turns.

Do you need washers for bushings?

For a double cone bushing combo we suggest that you use a small cupped washer to hold both cone bushings in place. Cupped washers grip the bushings and reduce the "slop" in the turn. Simple as that! You'll need a total of four small cupped washers for your board.

What is skateboard hardness?

In skateboarding, and according to the Durometer A Scale, the wheel's hardness is measured in durometers and ranges from 75A (softest) to 101A (hardest). A very soft skateboard wheel offers high grip, maximum comfort and provides a smooth ride. Nevertheless, it wears fast and is extremely slow.

Do loose trucks cause speed wobble?

CJ: For starters, speed wobs can be caused by a number of different reasons. A common one being loose trucks. Loose trucks can give you too much turning ability, making your set up hyper-responsive for any speed over 10-20mph. If you're going faster than that, then you just might want to tighten your trucks.

Are Loose trucks better for flip tricks?

Loose trucks are harder to skate than tight trucks. There, I said it. That's not to say that tight trucks are easier, or that loosening up the kingpin nut a few turns is going to make you lose all your tricks. I'm talking about skating them loose enough to wobble when you shake the board side to side.

How do I loosen my truck?

Move a truck around, so you get a feel for its current level of tightness. Use a skate tool or socket wrench to turn the kingpin nut ¼ turn counter-clockwise on the kingpin. Move the truck around again to see how it feels. Turn the kingpin nut another ¼ turn counter-clockwise if you want it looser.

Do skateboard trucks loosen over time?

Trucks are the metal axles in the front and back of your board that hold the wheels on. They need to regularly be tightened, as they come loose over time. Properly tightened trucks make your board ride smoother and cleaner and helps tune the board to your turning style.

How can I make my skateboard more stable?

The easiest option to make your TKP more stable (ie, make your skateboard stable), is to simply tighten down the kingpin nut. Doing this makes the bushings deform and bunch up, and it makes your truck feel more stable.

Why is my skateboard so unstable?

Wobbly skateboards are caused by bushings being too soft or the skateboard trucks being too loose. With just a few minor adjustments to the kingpin nut, you can solve this problem. It's really easy to fix actually and some don't even consider it a problem. Some people like loose trucks and others prefer them tight.

Why Some trucks are high and some low?

Low Trucks vs High Trucks

They are actually axles made steel that can be either low or high depending upon the requirements of the skateboarder. Lower trucks provide more stability than high trucks to the skateboarder thereby giving him better control of the board.

What is death wobble?

Death wobble is used to describe a series of sudden, often violent front suspension vibrations exhibited by solid front axle suspensions, and more infrequently, independent front suspensions.

Why do loose trucks save lives?

Looser trucks enable you to turn and respond to situations better. Though you are more prone to speed wobbles with looser trucks, more experienced riders are able to prevent wobbles because of their stance, ankle strength and ability.

Is 99a good for street?

96a to 99a are good wheels for all-around use. They offer a balance between grip and speed, making them a beginner's choice for both street skateboarding and for smooth surfaces like skate parks and ramps.

Are 54mm wheels good for street?

If you don't want to read any further, simply grab a set of wheel between 52mmm & 54mm from a reputable brand and it will serve you pretty well on the street or park.

Are 52mm wheels good?

Finding the best skateboard wheels all comes down to personal preference based on the kind of skateboarding that you want to do. TIP: If you are beginner, we recommend a mid-sized (52mm-54mm) skate wheel with a medium durometer (90a – 99a).

Do you need Pivot cups?

Pivot cups are not necessary for fingerboard trucks; the trucks will perform and turn well without them. Pivot cups are an additional add-on that you can use if you like how they feel or look. Some riders like how it feels, while other like adding a little splash of color to their trucks.