Foldable Grocery Cart Wheels Replacement

Written By: Saba Aafreen

Comments: 11

Foldable Grocery Cart Wheels Replacement

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

45 minutes - 1 hour

Introduction

If you have a foldable grocery cart or shopping trolly, that has its front wheels all worn out, then this guide will assist you in replacing the tattered wheels with new ones so you don’t have to worry about buying another cart. Damaged wheels of your grocery cart can cause your cart to not steer properly or even worse, collapse on the spot. It is important to replace them to avoid such situations and unnecessary expenses.

For the replacement, you can get an extra pair of wheels by buying new ones or use wheels that are in good condition from another cart that is not being used anymore. Just make sure that the wheels are of similar size to the old ones and that the hole is big enough to slide through the axle of the cart you’re currently using (some wheel sizes and center hole sizes may vary, so get a pair of wheels that are compatible with your grocery cart). Before starting, make sure your work area is open and free of any obstacles.

Tools

Step 1

Using a large needle nose plier, take out the stoppers from each side of the axle.

Hello, where can I find a axle rod for mini folding cart?

Linda -

Hello, where can I find an replacement axle rod for my mini cart .

Linda -

Hello, I've been raking my brain on the internet for a mini cart axle rod replacement. What internet or store sell them. Can you e mail me or call me #(334)412-6735 thank you

Linda -

Hi I cannot do this I live alone and I really finding this hard to do is there an easier way

Tracey hollanf -

My email is tracetholland16@gmail.com

Tracey hollanf -

Step 2

Use the large needle nose pliers to pull out the locking pins from the holes in the axel to detach the axel from the cart's legs.
Repeat for both sides.

Step 3

Carefully pull out the axle to detach it from the cart’s legs.
The washers and springs may fall out.

Step 4

Slide off the first washer, the spring, and the second washer.

Step 5

Take out the tattered wheel.
Make sure to keep the third washer on the axle.
Repeat steps 4 and 5 for the second wheel.

Where can I find a 5 " wheel to fit that axel? Will it allow for a built in hub? I found a cart just like the one you are working on!!

Jlynn Bell -

Sorry I was so unspecific. I'm in SF. COLES HARDWARE only carries 10" and up, and Lowe's is fun if you have all day to wander the store. I don't feel like gambling on AMAZON. I looked at Walmart, but some are over $20 a piece. That doesn't make sense to me. I guess we don't have a home Depot.

Jlynn Bell -

Step 6

Take one of the new wheels and slide it on one side of the axle.

Step 7

Slide on the first washer, the spring, and then the second washer back on the axle.
Repeat steps 6 and 7 for the second wheel.

Step 8

Carefully place the front wheel axle with the new wheels in the side holes of the cart’s legs.

Step 9

Insert the locking pins in each hole at both ends of the axle until the pins are halfway in the hole.
Using the hammer, tap the pins until they are entirely inside the hole.

I just need the Locking pins. Is there specific item/size number for the lock pins? Where/How can these be purchased? Thank you for yourhelp.

YSpiller - 11/02/24

Use Google and search for Locking Pin.

Toon Konings -

Step 10

Lastly, push the stoppers in each hole of the cart's legs.
Using the hammer, tap them in place.

How can I order the broken wheel for my shoppibg cart. I can send a picture via email. I can't upload the photo.

Yolanda -

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Author

Saba Aafreen

Member since: 01/07/21

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One comment

My back wheels need replacing. Can I use a different size because I’m having trouble finding the size I need. If they are a little bigger or smaller will it work. My wheels are non caster type wheels.

MoMac -