In a message dated 7/15/02 5:03:19 PM, NortonMarg@aol.com writes:
<< An old English trick for weather proofing the bike. Tie a couple of wraps of a high cotton content string around the axle, so to cover the space between it and the cup. Oil it, it then makes an effective filter. Works on hub axles, too. >>
There was a fellow connected with Suburban Cycle in Kensington, CT about 20 or 25 years ago who marketed foam "donuts" to serve this purpose. I think they were called Weasel Seals, or somthing like that.
Best Regards,
Wes Gadd
Unionville, CT