Adjustments for tuning the Propel Endeavor

[@alastairminty]

Really helpful, cheers. Might be worth mentioning the breaking in period, as some people aren't aware it is stiffer until everything beds in? Maybe a "when your board arrives" video covering that and tyres /bolts etc like you have mentioned in Facebook posts? Keep up the good work. (Righty tighty, lefty loosey🤣)

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

Great idea Alistair. I always forget something but more videos never hurt

[@ttheinz]

Another thing I think isn't Stressed enough is the need to check. The belt tension. Before your first ride. The first time I rode mine. About 26 miles. And then checked my belt tension. There was a lot of dust. And the belts were. Way too loose. I should have checked that. Before. Its inaugural voyage.After seeing the virtual garage. And how easy it is to check your tension and adjust it. I wish I would have done it. First

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

We will be doing a bushing video soon, I will include this there

[@williamrodgers3992]

Much more informative than the manual. Thank you.

[@wilsonmeredith5517]

Thanks for this, it contributes for a more enjoyable ride with these precise adjustments and personal settings according to your weight and such.

[@kareljandura7613]

you are master of belts option...is so amazing of you used screwdivef

[@catherinegoeddey9375]

While tightening the bet around 3min 26 seconds. Can you explain what your prying on? The camera angle doesn't do it justice. Are you lifting the motor?

[@seyahneimad]

Great video. Thanks!

[@nomadskydiaries]

hi, I would like to learn how to adjust the belt tension, but from the video I have really no idea what to do with a screwdriver. You are using it as a pry bar for prying rotating part of the motor upward?? I'm not seeing any other solution because of a cable to the motor (endeavor 3s) ..but on the other hand prying some rotating part seems for me not like something correct.. hmmm Sry, for a trivial and maybe a lightely stupid question, but I'm really not that technical type of person, my occupation is far elsewhare and I have almost zero experiences in maintaining a mechanical things..

[@Dexter-lm1bu]

How many turns I can loose turning tensioner at maximum? I put black bushings, because it's recommended to my weight (100kg), since then board is not turning well. When I bought board it came with grey bushings, I was able to push the board to the limitter at low speeds, now I barely turn. I already loosen 5 full turns which wheels like a lot, but board is still very stiff. Should I keep loosening it or switch back to grey bushings? I like to carve.

[@hjct1989]

Hello there! I just got the propel endeavor S3, the thing is that I over spined the Tension adjustment ring and the shock absorber is over the thread now, so I cant find any tool for getting the shock absorber to its initial position. Do I have to get a new shock absorber? 😢

[@adimogbolu4133]

Hey thanks for the video I’ve had an endeavor pro 2 for a bit I wanted to make some changes but I’ve lost track of everything I’ve done with the board and now it feel unbalanced and unstable at high speeds. Is there anyway to reset the board so I could atleast be able to ride it normally?

[@cjm321]

Just bought a new endeavor 2 pro you guys still active here? Is the company stable? Parts going to be available seemingly forever? Or should we stockpile??

[@jacobevans18]

You need to show there is a min and max adjustment on the turning tensioner, which looks like you've over loosened yours. At the absolute loosest setting I can see 6 threads. Yours looks like 8+

[@jupiterfloros5289]

Hi and thanks for your videos ! I get the familiar one beep when I power my S up and then I get 4 beeps and my board battery blinks empty on the controller. Nothing moves. is the ESC fried? The battery is fully charged of course.

[@jacobdavid108]

Why does motor bracket wobble how do you fix that

[@terrycffs]

Belt adjustment!! There’s a 4th bolt in there!! Any thoughts on addressing that one!!??

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

You can usually get enough adjustment just loosening the 3 but if not just use a standard Allen head, the bent end

[@AlexKnappy]

May I ask where exactly the prying is occurring when adjusting the belt tension? It's not the motor being pried away from the suspension, is it? The quote at that exact point in the video says "Just take your screwdriver or pry bar and go in between - I use my electrical screwdriver..." , and the angle is from profile & partially hidden by the wheel, so it's left ambiguous as to what we're meant to be applying forces against. Please and thank you!

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

yessir. it doesnt take mush pressure, more like support.

[@highestvirtue1892]

Great video! It seems like the turning tension weakened all by itself after riding the board for 3 days n hit a bump on got some wobbles going a little fast kinda scared me. Is turning tension the correct adjustment? And should I be applying loctite to all the screws n nuts? I noticed there wasnt really on the wheel nuts except a very small amount n thought oh o what if the wheel flies off

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

No loctite on the axle nuts, they are nylon insert nuts. The bushings have a break in period.Within 25-50 miles, depending on weight and ride style, they will be softer.

[@TheAegisClaw]

I'm 250lbs, could the Endeavour work for me? I worry about the suspension just bottoming out.

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

Endeavor can handle up to 330 lbs, youre fine!

[@jamieharmon4928]

What is the cheapest way to get new belts. Propel website was like $40 for shipping ouch...

[@JV100]

Does adjusting the “coil over shock” have any affect on speed wobble? I tightened the turning tension all around and I definetly feel much more comfortable with speeds around 20mph. Just wondering if I should also adjust “coil over shock” to help reduce speed wobble even more.

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

It does but its minimal. You should probably be on the next stiffer bushing

[@SteveLord]

For the shocks, is there a maximum or minimum setting? In case one wanted to set everything the same and then start counting turns so ensure all 4 are equal? (Hope that makes sense)

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

I like to keep the top edge of the nut even with the first thread to ensure I dont back the ring off too far. To me, thats the "max" Same would apply with bottom edge when tightening

[@jamescarter3883]

Hi Russ! I have 2 Endeavor S Boards. My right rear bearing is not rolling smoothly and feels like the grease has gone bad. a bit rough feeling but still turns wile off the axel. I cant find the bearing size on your site, I need instruction and bearing recommendation. it looks like I will need a bearing puller to pull both sides on one wheel, and I can strip the covers off the bad bearings and lube them but would like to have a few on hand to swap out. Warm Regards from San Diego. Jimbo C.

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

Hey Jimbo, no need for a bearing puller! Friend request me on FB and I'll show you pictures of exactly what you need. (J. Russell Thetonia on FB)

[@Bigmak927]

Do variations in the turning force between front and back cause any noticeable differences? Say loose back wheels but tight front? Or should they more realistically be matched. Also curious for the same thing but regarding the coil over shock settings (as far as different settings on front and back).

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

Most noticeable in stability, otherwise its personal preference. If you are unstable at higher speeds, begin by tightening the rear but this board is extremely stable by design so it shouldnt take too much to find your sweet spot

[@vicmedina5602]

My belt is rubbing on the lower part of the frame how do I stop that

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

I'd have to see pictures to know exactly what you mean. If you email [e-mail], they can assist

[@scruffy0597]

Is it normal for my Endeavor 2 to stutter a bit at the end of a breaking segment? The breaking is smooth otherwise. I did loosen my belts a bit and now the breaking is smoother than it was, but the stutter is still there. Thanks

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

No, opposite, belt is too loose, jumping a cog. Tighten it a bit.

[@scruffy0597]

@@propelvirtualgarage963 I will give it a try, but looser seems to be smoother when I accelerate and break

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

@@scruffy0597 What you described is kind of a standard cog skip but I could be wrong. I would definitely try tightening it and if its worse, get back to me but Im like 95% sure thats the issue

[@scruffy0597]

@@propelvirtualgarage963 I will give it a shot

[@scruffy0597]

@@propelvirtualgarage963 well, I took the wheel off and found some loose screws. Glad I found those. I adjusted the motor and belt tension and the pulley shattered! I didn’t use much pressure. Seems this plastic is super brittle! Upon inspection I noticed the fittings to the motor were even wearing out and are all chipped! Almost new board and this is already happening! Is this part made in a metal format? Or with plastic than can withstand the wear? This part seems to be a weak part in the system. I guess I need to order more of these if I want to use my board.

[@jpvalentine1968]

Thanks bro

[@icfghost]

Hello, could you do one for replacing the antenna on the board?

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

yessir, its coming

[@roylaws5534]

are there other types of tune ups you can do, like greasing or oiling? Are there spots to hit with like wd-40 to keep it running smooth? Thanks.

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

No sir, Endeavor is essentially maintenance free aside from cleaning your bearings. I like to go through the board every few weeks just to make sure everything is tight, etc but other than that, just point and go!!

[@dvalasek27]

@@propelvirtualgarage963wheel bearings, correct?

[@herman1962100]

How do you change the motor mounts on the endeavor pro

[@gee35007]

I noticed you took the allen key out before tightening the bolt back up which resulted in the thread spinning. Wouldn't that then change how loose it was?

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

I dont quite understand the question. Everything was tightened, nothing has spun threads. I loosened the belt purposely, then adjusted and tightened (3:40-4:05)

[@gee35007]

@@propelvirtualgarage963 Its at 7:55 when you're tuning the steering. I find if i dont leave the allen key in the part with the thread on it turns with the nut with the last few turns and changes where I wanted it.

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

@@gee35007 Oh, I see what youre saying and good eye. Im not THAT picky with it, Im a runt, 135 lbs so I ride it at its loosest

[@corwinmorton7150]

@@propelvirtualgarage963 sence your weight is about the same as my own do u get better range then the rider A spec on the website? If so what's the best you've gotten?

[@treysvideoart]

I’ve watch all your company’s KZbin videos. I’m very interested in purchasing the S model. However, none of your videos contain a URL link for purchase. Please fix.

[@marlojueco8571]

Seriously? Go to google mate. Don't make it difficult 🤦‍♂️

[@marinusvanderlubbe7673]

Is there anything available to have more belt protection/guard?

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

Not at the moment, sorry. If youre on FB, join the Propel Endeavor modification group, some guys have come up with some creative ways to keep grass out, etc

[@donalddperez]

How do you remove the rubber bushing?

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

Depends which model but theres a video in the library here for both. If you have trouble finding, hit me up

[@justinjustintheman8816]

Does the the coil over tension also help turning?

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

It changes the dynamic. Stiffer is more responsive but you lose some absorption, its a give and take, you need to find your sweet spot. I prefer them soft, board is plenty responsive.

[@landogarner2007]

@@propelvirtualgarage963 Would keeping it stiffer help with the boards carving ability?

[@justinjustintheman8816]

@@landogarner2007 yeah that's what I'm thinking from my understanding not sure

[@justinjustintheman8816]

@@landogarner2007 for me I want to get it to turn as much as I can

[@sgassistant6643]

No clue what you did with the screwdriver.... can't see it from where the camera is placed..

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

Let me know which part of the video and I'll explain

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

Oh, I think I know where youre talking about, tightening the belt? Im just using the screwdriver as a pry bar to put tension on the belt. I stick it between the motor and the suspension

[@nomadskydiaries]

​@@propelvirtualgarage963 please if this can have even a photo for us technical lamas

[@mctattooerxx]

Where are You located ?

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

Im in Siesta Key, Florida at the service and parts center, the main offices and factory are in Weihai, China

[@yoassgoinhateme]

The turning on this board is awful. Nothing like any other board I've ever ridden. I have a handful of boards and no matter how loose I adjust this board it turns like a boat!! I don't ride this board as much as I would like to because of the turning. This is a really big problem that's been brought up many times on Facebook that needs to be addressed.

[@catherinegoeddey9375]

There are new softer bushings for sale and mods you can do.

[@jamesmacartney8960]

Only just received my propel endeavor pro, was doing some adjustments to the turning force when the thread came out, tried to get it back in and now it striped and cannot get it back in. do you have any service centers in Australia?

[@propelvirtualgarage963]

We do not but send an email to [e-mail] and they will get you sorted