Just tried this and it works! But loose once installed as I reckon the washer was not thick enough but can't complain. Still works. Was abit more pricer the whole upgrade then just buying the same pelican wheels but i beleive this will last a hell longer! Thanks alot for the pro tip mate, much obliged!
Fantastic upgrade! I wasn't too impressed with the originail wheels, especially after a month of ownership I could tell I was losing a bearing. The official replacement wheels are equally unimpressive and the bearings barely roll. I limped my bag along until I came across your video and I can't thank you enough. Instead of the super glue I just used my punch to balance the washers until I could feed the axel through. To help with the friction I used a shot of WD-40 lithium grease in the bearing spacers. Now the bag rolls so smooth as silk!
Trust this modification 100%!!! The wheel size is a near 1 to 1. The Red Bones 608 bearings make a substantial difference. The aluminum sleeves are perfect. The 90 rating of the wheels provides a nice balance between durability and the soft rubber ride that you want the contents of your case to have. Bonus: your 1615 will be about half as noisy rolling on uneven surfaces like a tile floor. Well done video Rueben!
Heya, if you write to pelican or give them a call in your area, their headquarters, the wheels are part of warranty, if you request new axles or wheels they will send you them for free, usually they will just send you a whole new housing and wheel. Hope that helps!
Sorry for the late reply, I have looked at the 1535 in passing but haven’t measured it all, I expect they use the same sized axle and bearings but maybe wheel housing and wheel size is different?
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Great video - just did this upgrade to my 1615! Let’s see how she rolls now through cobbled streets!
Just tried this and it works! But loose once installed as I reckon the washer was not thick enough but can't complain. Still works. Was abit more pricer the whole upgrade then just buying the same pelican wheels but i beleive this will last a hell longer! Thanks alot for the pro tip mate, much obliged!
I just ordered the parts for my 1510. I may order some for my two pelican chests. I need to measure the wheels. Nice video.
Fantastic upgrade! I wasn't too impressed with the originail wheels, especially after a month of ownership I could tell I was losing a bearing. The official replacement wheels are equally unimpressive and the bearings barely roll. I limped my bag along until I came across your video and I can't thank you enough. Instead of the super glue I just used my punch to balance the washers until I could feed the axel through. To help with the friction I used a shot of WD-40 lithium grease in the bearing spacers. Now the bag rolls so smooth as silk!
nice one, glad it worked for you, ill keep the lithium grease in mind, so far iv been on tour for 2 months and its still silent!
Nice vid, ...Upgrading 1615 and 1535 now.
oooooooo let me know how the 1535 goes, really want that case!
@@reubendotdotdotcan you give me the detail specfication for 1535 wheel size and etc
@@rickysulaiman1sorry I don’t have the 1535 as of yet, I measured everything with callipers for the 1615.
followed your instructions in every detail. touring fun increased❤ thank you so much, works GREAT
Nice!
Trust this modification 100%!!! The wheel size is a near 1 to 1. The Red Bones 608 bearings make a substantial difference. The aluminum sleeves are perfect. The 90 rating of the wheels provides a nice balance between durability and the soft rubber ride that you want the contents of your case to have. Bonus: your 1615 will be about half as noisy rolling on uneven surfaces like a tile floor. Well done video Rueben!
Nice one! Iv done it to all my 1615 pelicans now and the difference is night and day!
Didn’t even consider this but I’m glad to know it’s possible. Might just make the upgrade straightaway.
Thanks for this video! Replaced my wheels! Easy Peazy!
Imma ollie 10 stairs with my suit case now! Bwa!
Hey Reuben thanks very much for this step by step - super helpful! Where would you buy replacement axels? Looks like one of mine is bent outta shape
Heya, if you write to pelican or give them a call in your area, their headquarters, the wheels are part of warranty, if you request new axles or wheels they will send you them for free, usually they will just send you a whole new housing and wheel. Hope that helps!
Would this work on a pelican air 1535?
Sorry for the late reply, I have looked at the 1535 in passing but haven’t measured it all, I expect they use the same sized axle and bearings but maybe wheel housing and wheel size is different?