Bugaboo Cameleon Stroller - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

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Hi Shawna We would recommend you contact Bugaboo for assistance Bugaboo Official Site

You have to unpick and sew a new on in. Its a 25 mm black plastic swivel clip most sewing shops or haberdasiers will have or can order one,

Hi Danni We would recommend you contact Bugaboo for assistance

go to www.buggypitstop.co.uk they will be able to help you with the brake cable.

contact www.buggypitstop.co.uk they do valeting and servicing to bugaboos

contact www.buggypitstop.co.uk they do bugaboo valeting and servicing and they do the parts too and they are very good,

How to fix a Bugaboo Handle

If you are not a handyperson type, take these instructionsto you local Bicycle Mechanic or Small engineering shop.

The bugaboo handle fault is caused by two small plastic pinsshearing of a plastic disk that actuates two metal locking rods. Why bugaboo uses a plastic disk forthis critical component is beyond me!

1/. Remove the domed star lock washer. This is the hardest part of the job. Most people try to leaver this off in the hope of reusing. First problem with this isyou will mark or damage the surrounding plastic second is star locks are notintended for reuse and will never hold as well as when first used, so best finda new replacement. A hardwarestore should be able to source some for you. Quickest way to remove a dome washer is to carefully cut aslot in the dome with an angle grinder and then use a large screwdriver tocarefully prize one side up so you can fit a screwdriver. Note the walls of the aluminum hub axelare thin and easily distorted, make sure you only lever the Domed Star Lock andnot hub axel. Use one screwdriveras a support and another to lift off the Domed Star lock.

Note it is best to open and repair one side at a time, soyour moving and flexing one side of the handle does not dislodge parts in theother side. The hub and disks aremirrors of each other and not interchangeable. The side with the brake lever is left The Bugaboo parts willhave an "L" after their serial numbers.

2/. The lockmechanism is very simple; a wire rod rotates a plastic disk. Check the hubs for ware. If too badly worn or damaged you willhave too much movement in the locked position. The Frog and Chameleon use the same plastic hub find anotherframe to salvage hubs from. Theyare held in by a single aluminum rivet.

The disk has two plastic pins that move the locking rods inand out of the inner hub into and out of the outer hub. You need to either repair the disk bydrilling out the pin stumps and finding a replacement metal screw you can fit /glue in. Or (my preferred choice)have a new metal disk fabricated that will last a lifetime.

3/. Reassemblehandle locking hub and check operation. If wire rods seem to be in the incorrect position, loosen the topplastic fittings where the handle extends from by removing the smallself-tapping screws and wiggle things into alignment. (I use a small amount ofthe grease used for taps to give a smooth action) If all is working well fit the new star dome on thehub shaft and tap home. To protect the dome finish I use a large socket from mysocket set and an old rubber washer from a toilet cistern. Repeat operation on the other side

I have available kits with two (left & right) laser cutmetal disks with stainless steel pins fitted and two new star dome washers. Cost is $150 New Zealand plusshipping. If you like a set, youcan contact me [email protected]

Regards

Steve

www.peachycleanbuggy.co.uk can repair all bugaboo faults. They fabricate their own parts that are stronger than the originals. Nice fast service too!! drop off or courier service available :)

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This is from my tips section www.fixya.com/support/r7805137-fix_bugaboo_white_seat_buttons

Nature Baby in Auckland, Wobble in Hamilton a google will find them. I repair Bugaboos and I'm based in South Auckland Just add @xnet.co.nz to my fixya name. New chassis is around $800 I can fix them for around $50

If the lever is not broken and the teeth still have their points and engage well with the matching teeth on the fixed lever bracket it should be repairable. It is fiddly to get all the parts lined up and assembled most likely you've got the brake cable wedged. If you do need a brake lever Bugaboo won't help they only sell the whole chassis. If you have the older wing-nut white lever model you will get back some of the $400 new chassis cost in better resale value. Other wise check out eBay for old chassis with other problems but good brake parts. Here's my link about Bugaboo brakes www.fixya.com/support/r7805449-fix_bugaboo_brake

First check that both front wheels are set to the same spring tension. Next check that all four wheels spin freely and the front two can swivel around 360. If all OK push up and down on the handle bar, the inch or so of movement is usual for a Bugaboo but both sides of the handle should stop at the same position. If not then you have a problem with the locking pins in the handle hubs. Check here for more info. www.fixya.com/support/r7805199-fix_bugaboo_handle_lock
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The plastic strips are for the bassinet and not required for the chair.

The handle is locked up and won't move? Go here to my tips section to find out more www.fixya.com/support/r7805199-fix_bugaboo_handle_lock

Here's the manual a picture is worth a thousand words! www.pramfix.com.au/baby_repairs_spares/instruction_booklets/Bugaboo%20Cameleon%20En%20UK%20Clip%20Version%202007.pdf

Check out my How to fix www.fixya.com/support/r7805199-fix_bugaboo_handle_lock read the bit about how to lubricate the hubs. Hopefully that's all you need to do.

The "up and down positions" set the spring tension to give a softer or harder ride. They must be on the same setting for the wheels to be "simmetrical" The best way to maintain the front wheel units is to take them off the stroller drop into a bucket of hot soapy water, scrub, hose off and leave to dry. Once dry spray with silicon spray and wipe off excess with a paper towel. Don't use WD40 or other oil based sprays. They stain fabrics and stay wet causing dust to stick. Check that the sockets the wheels clip into are clean and give then a spray with silicon too. If you still have a problem your frame may be bent.

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