Scratch the new bushings with a bit of wax to keep them moving smooth and quiet. Also the pivot cup needs a bit of wax too and your trucks will feel like new.
Just wanted to say, you are the only video that I could find that actually explained the weight vs bushing durometer issue that I was having. I'm a solid 6'3" and 260 lbs and my new board has what I assume to be 92 durometer or less. Had to way over tighten for me to stop getting wheel bite, but now I can't turn at all! Thanks for the high production value, its really appreciated for a beginner like me.
im that way with bones man they are so good, only problem is since i got the hi avenue suspension trucks its too long to use bones hardcores even with the washers lol i got whatever i got from my local shop i think they had indies instead of dohdohs
Wax in the pivot cup can freshen up the movement of the truck and some on the bushings can help too. Also putting a light coat of thin oil on the bushings can help them last longer and resist cracking. Just be aware that wax and oil on the pivoting/moving parts can make the truck be very responsive and might have a negative effect on your skating.
The deluxe tack and supply bushings tend to be some of the best replacement bearings money can buy. Especially for Indy’s since their medium 90a bushings are the same color as the stock Indy ones
10/10 video. ty so much. im a big guy and i felt my trucks were way to lose. i just started and cant even roll in olli position without going left and right. maybe its my lack of skill but i feel like bushings could solve that for me.
Bonus tip : I heard about not to tight trucks (not tight much /not tight anything other than having the nut on kingpin) in beginning to prevent bushings from cracking but just in beginning until bushings have broken in then maybe more normal to tighten them. I think this is classical mistake especially for new skaters who tighten their trucks alot immediately when they get their first setup it might then destroy bushings quickly when they haven't at all or almost have not all at been broken in it is of course tricky for a new skateboarder with weaker balance to break bushings with loose kind of trucks just skating them at first the way they was from factory. Reply to my Comment below of you heard the same and know about it is true. Now I sit and wonder how many pounds equals ammount of kilo I weight.
@@Jp_Elcrack2403 Well, it all depends on how often and where you skate. If you skate for hours every day, your board and shoes will wear out pretty quickly, but if you only skate once or twice a week, they'll last much longer. Also, your board will last much longer if you skate spots or skateparks that are smooth rather than rough and chunky. So that said, boards can last a few months if you can manage to not accidentally break it, but the board will eventually start to lose it's pop and feel soggy, but that's usually not a big deal for beginners. 👍 Shoes wear out pretty quick depending on how much you skate and what type of skating you like to do. Flip tricks wear them out faster, but transition skating that usually involves less flicking will make your shoes last longer. Also cupsole shoes last longer that vulcanized shoes. Trucks last the longest and take a LOT of abuse to wear through. They can last multiple years depending on how much grinding you do but if you're just starting out and haven't learned to grind yet then I'm sure your trucks will last a long time for you. Also there's a lot of replacement parts for trucks available so you can keep the same pair of trucks going for years. Wheels also last a long time. If you skate smooth spots or parks, your wheels will last for months if not a year, but if you skate rough spots they'll wear out faster. Also slides and pivoty tricks like powerslides wear them out faster and sometimes cause flat spots on the wheel. But if you get a small flatspot, it's ok, it'll smooth itself out eventually. Replace your wheels when they start to get so small that it's hard for you to maintain speed or if you get a monster flat spot that shakes the board while riding. Bearings can last months if not a year as long as you take care of them and keep out water, sand and mud. Dirt always finds it's way in, but if you roll through puddles or it goes wheel deep into some mud or in a sand pit, you'll have to clean them out. I'd get new bearings if they start to seize up because if they're fully seized, they sometimes aren't salvageable. Hardware can last for for up to a year if you're lucky. Sometimes they unexpectedly break or one will occasionally fall out, and eventually they get stripped, but hardware is super cheap so it's not a big deal to replace them from time to time. Riser pads could theoretically break, but I've never broken or worn out a riser pad. 🤷♂️ Here's a couple guides that have some more detailed info on when to replace skate gear. Also sorry to bombard you with info! 😄 Happy New Year! - Tim Deck - czcams.com/video/26xHjM0DGJ4/video.html Trucks - czcams.com/video/YUySOWVQWYU/video.html Wheels - czcams.com/video/l_F3eqG3qZ0/video.html Shoes - czcams.com/video/Vjab-9e7wXQ/video.html
Novice at skating but I thought I had to buy king pins and so in hardware stores like Home Depot but thanks for telling me I can just get new ones for rebuilding kits
Spacers allow you to tighten the axle nut all the way preventing the wheel from wiggling while still providing a free spin. They also reduce the horizontal lode on each bearing making them less likely to blow out. Spacers are super important for downhill longboarding because they help with speed wobbles and keep the board more stable at higher speeds and while sliding. But they really don't make much of a difference when it comes to regular skateboarding scenarios because we're rarely going 40+ mph on a skateboard. I'd say they're a good thing to have on your board especially if you like bombing hills and doing long powerslides, but since the performance difference is almost negligible at normal speeds, you can take them or leave them on your skate set up. Cheers! - Tim
Honestly I've been skating for 10 years and I've never knew bushings had specific diameters for different trucks. I used to just buy the cheapest ones, they seem to fit my trucks anyway. I also never knew bushings can be soft or hard, again I would just buy the cheapest ones for convenience.
I bought some bones hard-core bushings, and I keep having an issue where they’re popping out of the rim of the truck. I have them as loose as I feel comfortable with
I have the same problem right now they are soft bushing and I have to tighten the trucks and one of them pops out then I unscrew and red dew and the other pops out lmao it’s annoying
Use bushing cups. They're like flat washers but there's a lip around the edge to keep the bushing from squishing out. (This will make your bushings feel harder, so be aware of that.)
i bought a new set of trucks, didnt tighten them at all and rode them for a couple weeks to break in the bushings. a couple months later and they're already cracked.
QUICK QUESTION BOSS,I BOUGHT A NEW COMPLETE BOARD WITH TENSOR TRUCKS AND EVEN IF I TYE UP THE TRUNKS ITS STILL LOOSE AND I WANT THEM A LITTLE STIFFER OR HARDER SO TRUNKS WONT MOVE TOO MUCH,CAN I BUY SOME INDEPENDENT BUSHINGS WILL THEY FIT?
I like mine fairly tight but I think I cranked em down too much when they were new and the top washer starts digging in and cutting up the sides of the top bushing. How do I get them tight but not damage them?
There's really no way to tighten them a lot without them getting crushed and damaged, so I think the solution for you is go get some harder and stiffer bushings, rather than overtightening them. 👍 - Tim
I have a question. I just got a new skateboard with independent trucks and bushings they squeak when i turn i skated them like 4-5 times (only cruising no tricks etc.) is that squeak normal?
Yep, the squeak is completely normal on all trucks. The squeak is the sound of your hanger/pivot rubbing against your bushings and pivot cup. If the squeak is bugging you, you can wax your bushings, and as some others in the comments have pointed out as well, a little dish soap in the pivot cup can help too. Stay safe out there! - Tim
I got a question, ive got some replacement bushings from Independent since the ones that came with the trucks cracked after 3 sessions of like 3 hours each. Independent were aware of some bushings defects of and sent me replacement bushings under warranty. Im 205 lbs so they sent me super hard bushings. One session in, the replacement bushing cracked ! Again ! Ive tried loosen the kingpin and tightened to see if it makes a difference. It seems like the top washer cuts right into it !! Is it normal ??? What should i do ? Ive contacted Independent again about this, its the first time that i see bushing litteraly explode after the first session. I usually ride tight trucks like 2 thread deep. Thanks
@@tacticsboardshop whats up Tim ! Super fast answer wow im amazed ! Yea, it does affect the skating since when i land, my trucks goes completely off and gets stuck to either the right or left side « depending what side i land » I have also tried to loosen both trucks, even tho the major problems in the back truck.... same results when loose, it looks like the bushings are literally slipping out of position and end up OUT of the washers and the truck ends being all unaligned. I wish i could show you a picture! First time ive ever seen this ! A bushing slipping out of the washer cup ! Both the barrel AND the cone super weird... 2 thread deep for super hard cushions is too tight ?
@@cansedipset Dang, that sounds frustrating! Are the bushings too big for the washer cups? Are the washers all mashed and inverted? Maybe the trucks are defective? Do you skate the trucks super tight to where you have to tictac a lot? Also what temperatures do you usually skate in? (Bushings can be really susceptible to different temperatures) Sorry for bombarding you with questions! I'm just trying to figure it out! If you want them really tight, you can do the Daewon technique and use a stack of flat washers instead of bushings, but that seems like it would be floppy and rattley and weird feeling. Or you can try Bones Bushings. I hope you can get it solved! 🙏🛹 - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop i used the replacement washers that came with the Independent after market super hard 96a cushions... they sent me these under warranty, so there shouldn’t be a problem there :( my trucks are also independent trucks, so it should be the right fit , it comes directly from them. Do you think this is part of breaking them in ?? Or is there something i could do to prevent the bushing from slipping from the inside of the trucks and coming out the washer ? Would tightening them help ? Or will it cause more problems since there would be too much pressure on the bushing ? It looks like the cutting happens when the bushing slips out, then the cone washer applies pressure on it and cuts it. This is weird man lol and it is extremely frustrating i have to put everything back into place like 2-3 tricks deep
The bottom washer is actually useless for conical bushings right? I just put in new bushings and just couldnt put the nut on, so i spared out the bottom washer.
There's a bunch of different causes of auto turn. You could try rotating your bushings 90 degrees by loosening up your trucks a little bit and pivoting the bushing so that the blown out part is facing the middle of the board (or the nose/tail). That might help. Or you could just try mashing the bushings on the opposite side than it likes to turn and try to even it out a little bit. Sometimes it's even a blown out pivot cup that can cause auto turn. Just fiddle with it a little and if you can't get it to roll straight, then maybe it's time for some new bushings. I hope you can get it fixed! 👍 - Tim
Just a question: You Sayed softer bushings for lighter skaters and harder for heavier skaters...you mean with heavier like Hardcore skateboarding oder the weight?
The hanger needs that wiggle room around the kingpin so it has the space to tilt and pivot around the kingpin in order to allow you to turn. If the hanger was flush or attached to the kingpin, it wouldn't be able to turn because the metal hanger would just pinch or hold onto the kingpin rather than allowing it to tilt. The bushings and the washers keep the hanger in place so the hole stays centered around the kingpin. I hope that explanation makes sense! If you want, you can take apart a truck and tilt the hanger without the bushings there to see why the space is necessary. Cheers! 🛹 - Tim
They don't necessarily have to be the same tightness. Many times skaters will have their front truck looser than their back truck. If you want to make sure they're about the same tightness, just count how many visible threads there are sticking above the nut and try to match it on both sides. But ultimately it all just depends on what's works best for you. Cheers! - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop thanks you’re awesome man. I got another wick question: I bought this 46 inch dancing board and the trucks rattle quite a bit, so I’ve done some research and reached out to the company in Instagram and it’s either my washers are loose somehow or I need softer bushings. If it’s the washers, would you know how to fix them? I’ve seen that tightening the kingpin helps but the trucks were already tight when I got them and it still rattled. Anyways thanks in advance.
I know quite a few skaters that ride with no washers at all. Their trucks are super floppy but they like them that way. If it doesn't screw up your skating and you can still do all your favorite tricks, then just go with it. If you're wanting to replace that bottom washer, check to see if your friends or your local shop has any extra washers from old trucks that you could salvage. Cheers! - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop Nice! I was expecting some random dude😆anyways thanks! I was scared I couldn’t ride properly if I didn’t have it😅so far the only flat ground trick I can do is Ollie if you even want to call it a trick lol. I did notice the extra floppiness but I think I like it like that 👌
Nah, your truck will work fine. It will turn and wheelbite a little easier, simply because there's less material to give resistance while you're turning. 👍 - Tim
should you keep your kingpins on a somewhat tight twist or is it ok if you leave them really loose I am getting softer bushings but what I have done w mine so far is just put the kingpin as light as it can go and was just wondering if that is fine if needed in the future
If that's your preference, then just rock it! There's nothing wrong with having super loose trucks (as long as it's not so loose that the kingpin nut is going to fall off lol). Just watch out for wheelbite with loose trucks. It might be worth getting some riser pads so you don't get as much wheelbite if you don't have some already. Cheers! - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop thanks for the response:). i actually got to this video because I could not find loose enough bushings and I wanted to look at bushing stuff (I like really really loose trucks) I got looser bushings directly after I discovered risers so I could ride loose and avoid wheele bite.
Quick question, I bought replacement Indy bushings, both conical. The larger bushing is placed on the kingpin smaller side down right? So basically the larger side is touching the hanger? It's been years (20) since I replaced them, just making sure! Thanks!
if i put a normal flat washing under the bottom bushing (my old one was bent and didn't buy a skateboard specific one when i got new bushings) will that effect things enough to notice? it's basically the same diameter
There's a bunch of different causes of auto turn. You could try rotating your bushings 90 degrees by loosening up your trucks a little bit and pivoting the bushing so that the blown out part is facing the middle of the board (or the nose/tail). That might help. Or you could just try mashing the bushings on the opposite side than it likes to turn and try to even it out a little bit. Sometimes it's even a blown out pivot cup that can cause auto turn. Just fiddle with it a little and if you can't get it to roll straight, then maybe it's time for some new bushings. I hope you can get it fixed! 👍 - Tim
I know you can get individual longboard bushings that are different duros, but I haven't seen any regular skateboard bushings that have different durometers together in one set. But bushings are relatively inexpensive anyway, so you could just get two sets and mix and match however you want. I hope that helps! Cheers! - Tim
It's relatively normal for trucks that haven't been broken-in yet to have a little bit of auto-turn. But it usually doesn't affect you when your weight is on the board. You might need to give me a little more info on what exactly is happening for me to diagnose the issue. - Tim
Yes, Independent has their standard cylinder bushings, and they have conical bushings which cone in on the bottom bushing to make them more responsive. The cylinder bushings feel more stable and have more resistance when you lean to turn, and the conical bushings turn a little quicker, and feel a bit looser. 👍
I'm pretty sure both the top and bottom bushings have a sharp lip on one side and a rounder lip on the other. The flat sides with the sharp edges sandwich the hanger, and the rounder sides sit in the metal washers on the top and bottom. So I'm sure your bushings are totally normal. 👍
It's perfectly normal for your bushings to be squeaky. It will get less squeaky over time, but it always will have a little bit. If it's super annoying, you can wax your bushings or put a little dish soap on them so they don't rub so hard on the hangar/baseplate. 👍 - Tim
I changed my bushings but now my bord isnt level annymore. Also my kingpin is not fix. Is that a problem? Could that be the reaaon for it notbeing level?
First thing I've got to get off my chest: a durometer is an instrument for measuring hardness, not a hardness measurement. It's like the difference between a tape measure and an inch. You don't say your deck is "39 tape measure." So don't say your bushings are "90A durometer." They're not. They're 90A Shore hardness, as measured with a durometer. Just say they're 90A's. (There's also a Shore B scale, so it's important to include the A or B at the end.) Second, NEVER drive a kingpin or any type of stud by hitting it directly with a hammer on the threaded end. You'll just end up screwing up the threads, which is the whole reason you were replacing the kingpin in the first place, right? Put an old kingpin nut on the kingpin and run it on until the top of the nut is flush with the end of the kingpin. Then you can safely hammer the pin into the truck plate. The nut will protect the threads and keep the end of the kingpin from mushrooming when you hammer on it.
I have a small blue band that is between the nut on the wheel and the part that goes inside of it; it kind of looks like a rubber band. What should I do if it comes partway off, and what should I do if it's gone?
Does it look like it's coming off of the axle nut? It's most likely the nylon lock of the axle nut. The axle nuts have a nylon plastic section right at the top of the nut so it can grip the axle thread to keep it from loosening from vibrations while your riding. When the axle nuts are old and have been taken on and off a few times, that nylon lock can get mashed and start to get pushed out and it looks like a thin plastic stringy thing coming out of the nut. It's not a huge deal when that starts to happen, but if you notice the axle nut starting to loosen itself and almost falling off, then you might want to replace it so it doesn't fall off while your skating and then your wheel makes an escape attempt lol. I hope that helps, and if that's not the issue, just let me know and we can try to figure it out! Stay safe out there! - Tim
I’m 6’3, 210 pounds and I like to ride tight trucks. I got 96a Independent bushings but I still managed to bust them when riding (I guess it was my weight and truck tightness). I recently ordered 98a Khiro bushings that have a double barrel design. Do you think these will hold up?
I've never personally used Khiro bushings, so I can't say how they'll hold up, but all bushings eventually get worn out. How long did the Indy bushings last you before they blew out? - Tim
It depends on what the deck is made of. If it's made with bamboo, then it's probably very flexible and will bottom out and scrape the ground before it snaps. But if it's more rigid like a maple deck, then there's a greater chance of it breaking. But most 40" boards have a decent amount of flex for that exact reason. 👍 - Tim
It really depends on how you want the board to feel when you turn. If you're just cruising, then you'll probably be fine with soft bushings, but if you're doing anything with a bit of impact then maybe get some harder ones. - Tim
I'd say just right away. Adjust them till they feel and turn how you want them to. Some people are picky about their bushings and have their own rituals for breaking them in, but I've always just put them on, tightened them a little bit till they feel right and just go from there. Cheers! - Tim
I think it will depend on how fast you want to go. Harder bushings will give you a bit more stability, but softer ones will let you turn easier. You'll probably get less speed wobbles with harder bushings. 👍
Hi, Tactics, I replace the bushing yesterday, but the cylindrical bushing would get squeezed out of the washer after an ollie or a big turn, causing the two trucks to be out of parallel and cannot be auto recovered, is this normal? Will it be fine with more play, or do I need to tighten the nuts more loosely or more tightly?
It is pretty common for brand new bushings to get stuck at first because they haven't been broken in yet. May I ask what bushings you got for which trucks? - Tim
If you have more questions, check out our full truck maintenance guide here. 🤝❤
www.tactics.com/info/how-to-maintain-skateboard-trucks
I dont know men, but im not able to change my bushing cause the axle nuts are waaay to deep inside the washers…how can i remove them?
You will probably have to use a vicegrip to grab the kingpin nut and get it loose. 👍 - Tim
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Scratch the new bushings with a bit of wax to keep them moving smooth and quiet. Also the pivot cup needs a bit of wax too and your trucks will feel like new.
Make sure to get paraffin wax specifically, it's cheap and lasts a long time!
@@radiant9230 or just use your skate wax, as its almost always made of paraffin :D
That massive gap to front crook at the end in a tutorial video is hilariously gnarly
Just wanted to say, you are the only video that I could find that actually explained the weight vs bushing durometer issue that I was having. I'm a solid 6'3" and 260 lbs and my new board has what I assume to be 92 durometer or less. Had to way over tighten for me to stop getting wheel bite, but now I can't turn at all! Thanks for the high production value, its really appreciated for a beginner like me.
I’m a big boy too !
I’ve snapped two kingpins and 7 boards
Forced me to lose weight,which is good since I’m 6,1
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Watch these vids just for the production value. Super professional stuff guys.
Soft doh dohs 4 lyfe dawg!
im that way with bones man they are so good, only problem is since i got the hi avenue suspension trucks its too long to use bones hardcores even with the washers lol i got whatever i got from my local shop i think they had indies instead of dohdohs
Here's a tip, if your trucks are squeaky, put some bar soap shavings in the pivot cups . It will stop the squeaking
Wax in the pivot cup can freshen up the movement of the truck and some on the bushings can help too. Also putting a light coat of thin oil on the bushings can help them last longer and resist cracking. Just be aware that wax and oil on the pivoting/moving parts can make the truck be very responsive and might have a negative effect on your skating.
Bought the right bushings and replaced them literally just now thanks to this video. Thanks!
love your skate tips!
Say the line! Say it!
*What’s up this is Tim with Tactics*
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Love how the skating is mixed in just at the right time, with the right type of skating.
The deluxe tack and supply bushings tend to be some of the best replacement bearings money can buy. Especially for Indy’s since their medium 90a bushings are the same color as the stock Indy ones
ordered a pair of new trucks from tactics yesterday n now im imagining as if Tim packed n sent my package🤣
You might consider recommending putting the nut in your replacement king pin before you hammer on it and flatten the threads
10/10 video. ty so much. im a big guy and i felt my trucks were way to lose. i just started and cant even roll in olli position without going left and right. maybe its my lack of skill but i feel like bushings could solve that for me.
I like to put a bit of skate wax in the pivot cup to keep it from squeaking
I like your pfp
I still watch this even though I’ve been skating for 6 years lol
thank you thank you thank you i got my cousin a new skateboard and I was having a hard time figuring out how to set up the bushings
excellent video! Incredible commentary and very useful comments
I love this videos I learn a new thing everytime a hug from Brazil
Thank you ! I didn’t know how to put them on this vid saved me🤣
Bonus tip : I heard about not to tight trucks (not tight much /not tight anything other than having the nut on kingpin) in beginning to prevent bushings from cracking but just in beginning until bushings have broken in then maybe more normal to tighten them.
I think this is classical mistake especially for new skaters who tighten their trucks alot immediately when they get their first setup it might then destroy bushings quickly when they haven't at all or almost have not all at been broken in it is of course tricky for a new skateboarder with weaker balance to break bushings with loose kind of trucks just skating them at first the way they was from factory.
Reply to my Comment below of you heard the same and know about it is true.
Now I sit and wonder how many pounds equals ammount of kilo I weight.
@@Jp_Elcrack2403 Well, it all depends on how often and where you skate. If you skate for hours every day, your board and shoes will wear out pretty quickly, but if you only skate once or twice a week, they'll last much longer. Also, your board will last much longer if you skate spots or skateparks that are smooth rather than rough and chunky. So that said, boards can last a few months if you can manage to not accidentally break it, but the board will eventually start to lose it's pop and feel soggy, but that's usually not a big deal for beginners. 👍
Shoes wear out pretty quick depending on how much you skate and what type of skating you like to do. Flip tricks wear them out faster, but transition skating that usually involves less flicking will make your shoes last longer. Also cupsole shoes last longer that vulcanized shoes.
Trucks last the longest and take a LOT of abuse to wear through. They can last multiple years depending on how much grinding you do but if you're just starting out and haven't learned to grind yet then I'm sure your trucks will last a long time for you. Also there's a lot of replacement parts for trucks available so you can keep the same pair of trucks going for years.
Wheels also last a long time. If you skate smooth spots or parks, your wheels will last for months if not a year, but if you skate rough spots they'll wear out faster. Also slides and pivoty tricks like powerslides wear them out faster and sometimes cause flat spots on the wheel. But if you get a small flatspot, it's ok, it'll smooth itself out eventually. Replace your wheels when they start to get so small that it's hard for you to maintain speed or if you get a monster flat spot that shakes the board while riding.
Bearings can last months if not a year as long as you take care of them and keep out water, sand and mud. Dirt always finds it's way in, but if you roll through puddles or it goes wheel deep into some mud or in a sand pit, you'll have to clean them out. I'd get new bearings if they start to seize up because if they're fully seized, they sometimes aren't salvageable.
Hardware can last for for up to a year if you're lucky. Sometimes they unexpectedly break or one will occasionally fall out, and eventually they get stripped, but hardware is super cheap so it's not a big deal to replace them from time to time.
Riser pads could theoretically break, but I've never broken or worn out a riser pad. 🤷♂️
Here's a couple guides that have some more detailed info on when to replace skate gear. Also sorry to bombard you with info! 😄 Happy New Year! - Tim
Deck - czcams.com/video/26xHjM0DGJ4/video.html
Trucks - czcams.com/video/YUySOWVQWYU/video.html
Wheels - czcams.com/video/l_F3eqG3qZ0/video.html
Shoes - czcams.com/video/Vjab-9e7wXQ/video.html
Ur videos helped me so much with my new skate setup thanks
U're really helpful thanks 👍
I just got that ping pong tactics deck Tim is skating and it's such a badass graphic
Novice at skating but I thought I had to buy king pins and so in hardware stores like Home Depot but thanks for telling me I can just get new ones for rebuilding kits
Very informative video. Greetings from Sweden. Keep up the good work. Subbed
If ur bushings are not turning well put At hot water for 1-2 minutes they gonna feel better (yeah I know my English is not good a hug from Brazil :) )
Can you guys do a video explaining bearing spacers and there uses
Spacers allow you to tighten the axle nut all the way preventing the wheel from wiggling while still providing a free spin. They also reduce the horizontal lode on each bearing making them less likely to blow out. Spacers are super important for downhill longboarding because they help with speed wobbles and keep the board more stable at higher speeds and while sliding. But they really don't make much of a difference when it comes to regular skateboarding scenarios because we're rarely going 40+ mph on a skateboard. I'd say they're a good thing to have on your board especially if you like bombing hills and doing long powerslides, but since the performance difference is almost negligible at normal speeds, you can take them or leave them on your skate set up. Cheers! - Tim
Honestly I've been skating for 10 years and I've never knew bushings had specific diameters for different trucks. I used to just buy the cheapest ones, they seem to fit my trucks anyway. I also never knew bushings can be soft or hard, again I would just buy the cheapest ones for convenience.
Thank you very much for this!!
Bones hardcore bushings are the best 💯💯
Gamechanger. They deserve some kind of industry reward. Bronson bearings shook up their department as well.
I just got soft bones hardcore bushing and one of them keeps popping out of the back of the truck any tips?
awesome!
thanks for this man.
Thank you so much this really helped
Thanks bro
thank you so much, it's so helpful
Thanks for this video
cool story bro!
great video man
Big boi gang, we swap em out when they’re brand new trucks lol
Thanks
Great video
I bought some bones hard-core bushings, and I keep having an issue where they’re popping out of the rim of the truck. I have them as loose as I feel comfortable with
Nick Kaminski got the same problem
Go for softer bushings.
I have the same problem right now they are soft bushing and I have to tighten the trucks and one of them pops out then I unscrew and red dew and the other pops out lmao it’s annoying
Use bushing cups. They're like flat washers but there's a lip around the edge to keep the bushing from squishing out. (This will make your bushings feel harder, so be aware of that.)
I’m 6’4 240 LBS Hard bushings mos Def make a big difference for me
nice video!!
Take a file to the king pin to get a new angle on them !
if your trucks squeaky - time has come - use little bit of soap. Skater! don't forget - soap is your friend:D
i bought a new set of trucks, didnt tighten them at all and rode them for a couple weeks to break in the bushings. a couple months later and they're already cracked.
Does the direction of a bottom barrel bushing matter? I find that on my ACE and Indy bushings one side is rounded while the other is cut sharp
QUICK QUESTION BOSS,I BOUGHT A NEW COMPLETE BOARD WITH TENSOR TRUCKS AND EVEN IF I TYE UP THE TRUNKS ITS STILL LOOSE AND I WANT THEM A LITTLE STIFFER OR HARDER SO TRUNKS WONT MOVE TOO MUCH,CAN I BUY SOME INDEPENDENT BUSHINGS WILL THEY FIT?
I like mine fairly tight but I think I cranked em down too much when they were new and the top washer starts digging in and cutting up the sides of the top bushing. How do I get them tight but not damage them?
There's really no way to tighten them a lot without them getting crushed and damaged, so I think the solution for you is go get some harder and stiffer bushings, rather than overtightening them. 👍 - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop ah ok got it, thanks for the reply!
I have a question. I just got a new skateboard with independent trucks and bushings they squeak when i turn i skated them like 4-5 times (only cruising no tricks etc.) is that squeak normal?
Yep, the squeak is completely normal on all trucks. The squeak is the sound of your hanger/pivot rubbing against your bushings and pivot cup. If the squeak is bugging you, you can wax your bushings, and as some others in the comments have pointed out as well, a little dish soap in the pivot cup can help too. Stay safe out there! - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop Okay Thanks!
very helpful
I wish I started younger !
Bones hardcore hard are the only ones I can use
I got a question, ive got some replacement bushings from Independent since the ones that came with the trucks cracked after 3 sessions of like 3 hours each.
Independent were aware of some bushings defects of and sent me replacement bushings under warranty. Im 205 lbs so they sent me super hard bushings.
One session in, the replacement bushing cracked ! Again ! Ive tried loosen the kingpin and tightened to see if it makes a difference. It seems like the top washer cuts right into it !!
Is it normal ??? What should i do ? Ive contacted Independent again about this, its the first time that i see bushing litteraly explode after the first session.
I usually ride tight trucks like 2 thread deep.
Thanks
They're most likely cracking from being over-tightened. Does it affect your skating severely when they're cracked? - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop whats up Tim ! Super fast answer wow im amazed !
Yea, it does affect the skating since when i land, my trucks goes completely off and gets stuck to either the right or left side « depending what side i land »
I have also tried to loosen both trucks, even tho the major problems in the back truck....
same results when loose, it looks like the bushings are literally slipping out of position and end up OUT of the washers and the truck ends being all unaligned. I wish i could show you a picture!
First time ive ever seen this ! A bushing slipping out of the washer cup ! Both the barrel AND the cone super weird...
2 thread deep for super hard cushions is too tight ?
@@cansedipset Dang, that sounds frustrating! Are the bushings too big for the washer cups? Are the washers all mashed and inverted? Maybe the trucks are defective? Do you skate the trucks super tight to where you have to tictac a lot? Also what temperatures do you usually skate in? (Bushings can be really susceptible to different temperatures) Sorry for bombarding you with questions! I'm just trying to figure it out! If you want them really tight, you can do the Daewon technique and use a stack of flat washers instead of bushings, but that seems like it would be floppy and rattley and weird feeling. Or you can try Bones Bushings. I hope you can get it solved! 🙏🛹 - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop i used the replacement washers that came with the Independent after market super hard 96a cushions... they sent me these under warranty, so there shouldn’t be a problem there :( my trucks are also independent trucks, so it should be the right fit , it comes directly from them.
Do you think this is part of breaking them in ?? Or is there something i could do to prevent the bushing from slipping from the inside of the trucks and coming out the washer ?
Would tightening them help ? Or will it cause more problems since there would be too much pressure on the bushing ?
It looks like the cutting happens when the bushing slips out, then the cone washer applies pressure on it and cuts it.
This is weird man lol and it is extremely frustrating i have to put everything back into place like 2-3 tricks deep
How do you fix the screw that sticks up so the bushings can be twisted in. Mine goes all the way down.
The bottom washer is actually useless for conical bushings right? I just put in new bushings and just couldnt put the nut on, so i spared out the bottom washer.
Tips for if you cant turn the nut to loosen it off?
A vice grip works really well to grab onto the nut and loosen it if the socket wont fit over it or it's just stuck on there.
My board always goes to the left so should I replace my bushings or what else could it be?
There's a bunch of different causes of auto turn. You could try rotating your bushings 90 degrees by loosening up your trucks a little bit and pivoting the bushing so that the blown out part is facing the middle of the board (or the nose/tail). That might help. Or you could just try mashing the bushings on the opposite side than it likes to turn and try to even it out a little bit. Sometimes it's even a blown out pivot cup that can cause auto turn. Just fiddle with it a little and if you can't get it to roll straight, then maybe it's time for some new bushings. I hope you can get it fixed! 👍 - Tim
Just a question: You Sayed softer bushings for lighter skaters and harder for heavier skaters...you mean with heavier like Hardcore skateboarding oder the weight?
(sorry for my bad English
I meant heavier referring to the actual weight of the skater. 🙂👍 - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop ok thanks 👍 (love your videos btw)
What if I don't have any new bushings
I just replaced my bushings and now the back trucks bushings are spilling out of the washers
My bushing snapped out while doing Ollie’s what do I do
Should I get bones bushings or indypendents bushings for indys trucks?
Help I bought independent bushings on my skateboard and they don’t fit
just bought new trucks and the stock bushings will pop out on one side of the washer. Should i try to pop them back in or just wear them in? thanks
Quick question why dosen't the truck go all the way on the kingpin?
The hanger needs that wiggle room around the kingpin so it has the space to tilt and pivot around the kingpin in order to allow you to turn. If the hanger was flush or attached to the kingpin, it wouldn't be able to turn because the metal hanger would just pinch or hold onto the kingpin rather than allowing it to tilt. The bushings and the washers keep the hanger in place so the hole stays centered around the kingpin. I hope that explanation makes sense! If you want, you can take apart a truck and tilt the hanger without the bushings there to see why the space is necessary. Cheers! 🛹 - Tim
This comment is a tad late but when you put the kingpin nut back on how do you make sure they are tightened the same amount on both sides
They don't necessarily have to be the same tightness. Many times skaters will have their front truck looser than their back truck. If you want to make sure they're about the same tightness, just count how many visible threads there are sticking above the nut and try to match it on both sides. But ultimately it all just depends on what's works best for you. Cheers! - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop thanks you’re awesome man. I got another wick question: I bought this 46 inch dancing board and the trucks rattle quite a bit, so I’ve done some research and reached out to the company in Instagram and it’s either my washers are loose somehow or I need softer bushings. If it’s the washers, would you know how to fix them? I’ve seen that tightening the kingpin helps but the trucks were already tight when I got them and it still rattled. Anyways thanks in advance.
i weigh about 110 pounds but i ordered 92a independent bushings will that be too tight?
I lost the bottom washer to my back truck🤧🤧🤧🤧am I good riding like that? Or should I wait and buy new bushings all together
I know quite a few skaters that ride with no washers at all. Their trucks are super floppy but they like them that way. If it doesn't screw up your skating and you can still do all your favorite tricks, then just go with it. If you're wanting to replace that bottom washer, check to see if your friends or your local shop has any extra washers from old trucks that you could salvage. Cheers! - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop Nice! I was expecting some random dude😆anyways thanks! I was scared I couldn’t ride properly if I didn’t have it😅so far the only flat ground trick I can do is Ollie if you even want to call it a trick lol. I did notice the extra floppiness but I think I like it like that 👌
Is there going to be any problem if my bushing is a little bit smaller(smaller radius) than place for bushing in truck?pls someone help
Nah, your truck will work fine. It will turn and wheelbite a little easier, simply because there's less material to give resistance while you're turning. 👍 - Tim
i havent used my board for a long time, so idk if my bushings are hard af or petrified or something
Me too
should you keep your kingpins on a somewhat tight twist or is it ok if you leave them really loose
I am getting softer bushings but what I have done w mine so far is just put the kingpin as light as it can go and was just wondering if that is fine if needed in the future
If that's your preference, then just rock it! There's nothing wrong with having super loose trucks (as long as it's not so loose that the kingpin nut is going to fall off lol). Just watch out for wheelbite with loose trucks. It might be worth getting some riser pads so you don't get as much wheelbite if you don't have some already. Cheers! - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop thanks for the response:). i actually got to this video because I could not find loose enough bushings and I wanted to look at bushing stuff (I like really really loose trucks) I got looser bushings directly after I discovered risers so I could ride loose and avoid wheele bite.
Quick question, I bought replacement Indy bushings, both conical. The larger bushing is placed on the kingpin smaller side down right? So basically the larger side is touching the hanger? It's been years (20) since I replaced them, just making sure! Thanks!
Yep! You'd put both of the wider parts of the bushings against the hanger. Cheers! - Tim
The Bushings i use arethe black bones double ACTION bushings
if i put a normal flat washing under the bottom bushing (my old one was bent and didn't buy a skateboard specific one when i got new bushings) will that effect things enough to notice? it's basically the same diameter
You should be fine. It's not going to affect you really. 👍
My kingpin nut is to far into my top washer, and I can't get it off. Any help?
You'll probably need to use a vicegrip to grab a hold of it so you can loosen it.
Nice vi
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i have bushing that comes with my complete and i want hard bushings but I don't know if they are too hard?
Well my skateboard doesn’t move straight anymore, how do I fix that problem?
There's a bunch of different causes of auto turn. You could try rotating your bushings 90 degrees by loosening up your trucks a little bit and pivoting the bushing so that the blown out part is facing the middle of the board (or the nose/tail). That might help. Or you could just try mashing the bushings on the opposite side than it likes to turn and try to even it out a little bit. Sometimes it's even a blown out pivot cup that can cause auto turn. Just fiddle with it a little and if you can't get it to roll straight, then maybe it's time for some new bushings. I hope you can get it fixed! 👍 - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop Thanks for the advice! I’ll definitely try it 😌
Same problem I bought my skateboard yesterday and now it is not going straight
Nice :) Sir , Is there any dual or double durometer skateboard / longboard bushings available like the longboard wheels ?
I know you can get individual longboard bushings that are different duros, but I haven't seen any regular skateboard bushings that have different durometers together in one set. But bushings are relatively inexpensive anyway, so you could just get two sets and mix and match however you want. I hope that helps! Cheers! - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop Thank you so much 😀
Permission to ask, I have a truck, I just finished assembling it, but the road is not straight, it just turns itself, where is the problem?
It's relatively normal for trucks that haven't been broken-in yet to have a little bit of auto-turn. But it usually doesn't affect you when your weight is on the board. You might need to give me a little more info on what exactly is happening for me to diagnose the issue. - Tim
ok thanks for the advice. greetings from indonesian
Do you know if there are different independent bushings as I got a new pair and the bottom bushing is coned a lot more than it was before
Yes, Independent has their standard cylinder bushings, and they have conical bushings which cone in on the bottom bushing to make them more responsive. The cylinder bushings feel more stable and have more resistance when you lean to turn, and the conical bushings turn a little quicker, and feel a bit looser. 👍
On the indie bottom bushing one sides flat and the other is rounded slightly what’s the right way for the bottom bushing to sit? Rounded at bottom?
I'm pretty sure both the top and bottom bushings have a sharp lip on one side and a rounder lip on the other. The flat sides with the sharp edges sandwich the hanger, and the rounder sides sit in the metal washers on the top and bottom. So I'm sure your bushings are totally normal. 👍
Just got a new board is it normal for my bushings to be squeaky or is it a sign they are too tight?
It's perfectly normal for your bushings to be squeaky. It will get less squeaky over time, but it always will have a little bit. If it's super annoying, you can wax your bushings or put a little dish soap on them so they don't rub so hard on the hangar/baseplate. 👍 - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop thanks man 👍
Ive change my trucks with new bushings but the bushing is getting clipped at the side by the washer and thanger is it normal?
Just curious because it might break immediately
I changed my bushings but now my bord isnt level annymore. Also my kingpin is not fix. Is that a problem? Could that be the reaaon for it notbeing level?
Most of the time, the new bushings just need to be broken-in before everything is leveled out and even. What do mean exactly by "kingpin is not fix"?
First thing I've got to get off my chest: a durometer is an instrument for measuring hardness, not a hardness measurement. It's like the difference between a tape measure and an inch. You don't say your deck is "39 tape measure." So don't say your bushings are "90A durometer." They're not. They're 90A Shore hardness, as measured with a durometer. Just say they're 90A's. (There's also a Shore B scale, so it's important to include the A or B at the end.)
Second, NEVER drive a kingpin or any type of stud by hitting it directly with a hammer on the threaded end. You'll just end up screwing up the threads, which is the whole reason you were replacing the kingpin in the first place, right? Put an old kingpin nut on the kingpin and run it on until the top of the nut is flush with the end of the kingpin. Then you can safely hammer the pin into the truck plate. The nut will protect the threads and keep the end of the kingpin from mushrooming when you hammer on it.
I have a small blue band that is between the nut on the wheel and the part that goes inside of it; it kind of looks like a rubber band. What should I do if it comes partway off, and what should I do if it's gone?
Does it look like it's coming off of the axle nut? It's most likely the nylon lock of the axle nut. The axle nuts have a nylon plastic section right at the top of the nut so it can grip the axle thread to keep it from loosening from vibrations while your riding. When the axle nuts are old and have been taken on and off a few times, that nylon lock can get mashed and start to get pushed out and it looks like a thin plastic stringy thing coming out of the nut. It's not a huge deal when that starts to happen, but if you notice the axle nut starting to loosen itself and almost falling off, then you might want to replace it so it doesn't fall off while your skating and then your wheel makes an escape attempt lol. I hope that helps, and if that's not the issue, just let me know and we can try to figure it out! Stay safe out there! - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop yes, I think that's it! Thank you!
Do indy bushings work on venture trucks?
They'll work, but it will change the way they turn quite a bit.
I’m 6’3, 210 pounds and I like to ride tight trucks. I got 96a Independent bushings but I still managed to bust them when riding (I guess it was my weight and truck tightness). I recently ordered 98a Khiro bushings that have a double barrel design. Do you think these will hold up?
I've never personally used Khiro bushings, so I can't say how they'll hold up, but all bushings eventually get worn out. How long did the Indy bushings last you before they blew out? - Tim
Do you wish you can set up a board that fast like the intro
36 year old, 260 pound brand new skater. Worried my 40” board is going to snap in half from my weight. Is this possible?
It depends on what the deck is made of. If it's made with bamboo, then it's probably very flexible and will bottom out and scrape the ground before it snaps. But if it's more rigid like a maple deck, then there's a greater chance of it breaking. But most 40" boards have a decent amount of flex for that exact reason. 👍 - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop thanks for the response!
Hi I wanna ask that which bushing would be good for my cruiser skateboard.btw my weight is 90 kg
It really depends on how you want the board to feel when you turn. If you're just cruising, then you'll probably be fine with soft bushings, but if you're doing anything with a bit of impact then maybe get some harder ones. - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop thanks bro
When do I need to tighten up my new bushings?
I'd say just right away. Adjust them till they feel and turn how you want them to. Some people are picky about their bushings and have their own rituals for breaking them in, but I've always just put them on, tightened them a little bit till they feel right and just go from there. Cheers! - Tim
I'm 90 kg which shoul be 200 pounds. I have a globe goodstock 8.25. Which kind of bushings should I mount on it?
You'll probably want hard bushings that are 96a or above. You just need to find some that will fit in whatever type of trucks you have. 👍
I want to just cruise down hills and do fast turns no tricks should i get hard or soft bushings??
I think it will depend on how fast you want to go. Harder bushings will give you a bit more stability, but softer ones will let you turn easier. You'll probably get less speed wobbles with harder bushings. 👍
@@tacticsboardshop thank you I'll check both out
I won your Grateful Dead Dunk give away but i haven't had a phone till this past weekend can i still pick em up or no?
Nah, they're all gone already. The shop would have needed a response within a day or two. 🙁 Next time! 👟🔥
@@tacticsboardshop Damn well your raffle odds are pretty good and i got 7 other pair, So hopefully next time
Hi, Tactics, I replace the bushing yesterday, but the cylindrical bushing would get squeezed out of the washer after an ollie or a big turn, causing the two trucks to be out of parallel and cannot be auto recovered, is this normal? Will it be fine with more play, or do I need to tighten the nuts more loosely or more tightly?
It is pretty common for brand new bushings to get stuck at first because they haven't been broken in yet. May I ask what bushings you got for which trucks? - Tim
@@tacticsboardshop sure，my truck is Indy 139, and my new bushing is Indy 96a the yellow one. Thanks for your help!
@@fanyang4073 Ok those bushings should be just fine. Just give them some time to break in and it'll stop getting stuck to the side. 👍