Fix It: Commuter Bag Wheel Replacement - Easy DIY

This is an easy fix, anyone can do in minutes. There are wheel kits available for almost any kind of luggage.
Here is the kit used in the video: amzn.to/3DCbHpX
(make sure you measure your wheels before ordering.
Here's the link to my first video where I fixed a carry on bag, still going strong 5 years and over 50k miles later: • Fix It: Roller Luggage...
This Video was shot with a Sony ZV-1 Digital Camera (unsponsored): amzn.to/3jhfiPO
WARNING: This video is only for entertainment purposes. If you rely on the information portrayed in this video, you assume the responsibility for the results. Have fun, but always think ahead, and remember that every project you try is at YOUR OWN RISK.
Music: Zula - Mini Vandals
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[@nestorvinas6248]

I'm currently in this very same situation. Thank you, this was very helpful.

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

Great to hear this video helped you. Let me know how your replacement goes.

[@sethflix]

Well done, sir! very satisfying repair indeed! I'll be using the kit too! thanks for the link!

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

The rain barrels are much thicker than a garbage can. I ended up using plastic welding with great success, here's the video: ua-cam.com/video/IECD0dVc0aA/v-deo.html

[@soniag4516]

Just watching, don't need wheel fix but good to know so subscribed.

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

Thanks for the sub! I have plenty of other fix it video on my channel, on a whole range of things...

[@joehunter4121]

You have a great "television presence" 👍

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

Thanks, maybe some day they'll call...

[@lonnielo4494]

Thank you! This was so helpful.

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

Glad to hear my video helped you. Thanks for the feedback.

[@Bannerkim1]

Thanks a lot! I will get some wheels soon.

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

Glad to hear this video helped you.

[@elkabong6429]

Thanks! 👍

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

No problem!

[@philipmallonee5076]

Trying to figure this out on a bag where the wheels were attached to an assembly that was then riveted onto the bag. That means that the inside axle piece is still "outside" the bag and I haven't figured out a good way to access it.

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

Maybe you'll find this other video on a carry on bag I did helpful: ua-cam.com/video/z_lE0t9RQHc/v-deo.html

[@DougSousa]

Could I use the drill method instead of the hacksaw?

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

Yes, here's a video on that version: ua-cam.com/video/z_lE0t9RQHc/v-deo.html

[@joesmith7568]

Thank You 😊😊😊

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

You're welcome.

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

Here's the carry on bag DIY wheel replacement video, still going strong 5 years and over 50K miles later: ua-cam.com/video/z_lE0t9RQHc/v-deo.html

[@TeddyKumpel]

thank you

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

You're welcome Teaddy, rock on.

[@koya5001]

I really would love to know how to replace those 8 wheeled suitcase wheels.. this seems easier than the diy I have on my hands. Though our wheels look just as worn out, I just want to replace them with inline wheels as well. Since the Amazon replacement wheels are just as plastic as the ones they came with. 😢 do you think it could be replaced with inline skate wheels?

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

koya5001, a couple thoughts, there are cheap wheels and better wheels and replacement parts available on Amazon. The ones used in this video were inline skate quality wheels. I dont have an 8 wheel suitcase so haven't replaced any of those although comment makes me think about buying one and seeing what it would be like to fix them. Not all suitcases are the same quality so that is also a factor. Thanks for your comment.

[@ncarthen]

What if the liner of your bag doesn’t have a zipper or opening

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

All the luggage I have like this has zippers. I guess you could split the seam, make the repair, then sew it back up again.

[@littlegoobie]

2 wheel, soft sided gang here FTW. I don't need new wheels, just watching for nothing.

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

either way, thanks fo your comment.

[@kennethisaac3799]

For anyone watching this and thinking that a sawzall would be a faster way to cut the old axles, DON'T! I did it and it heats the metal axle up enough to melt the plastic around it. I almost ruined my suitcase.

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

Be careful for sure, take breaks to reduce the heating you mentioned. Thanks for sharing.

[@CutieRingoJoy]

My bag is 9 years old the wheels not smooth anymore

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

Then maybe this fix will work for you.

[@foto21]

Criminal industry, making luggage to put in landfills. This sheit makes me angry.

[@MakeItorBreakItNow]

Agreed, that's why I repair mine. This one from 4 years ago is also going strong, 4 years, and +100,000 travel miles later... ua-cam.com/video/z_lE0t9RQHc/v-deo.html

[@foto21]

@@MakeItorBreakItNow Hacksawing through old wheel axles is not easy. Of course, I'm not great at bracing things and prob have an old blade on my hacksaw.