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Post by brianbutler on Dec 7, 2019 22:07:13 GMT
If the cranks are correctly re-installed, how much space should there between the inside edge of the crank arm and the inside end of the square portion of the spindle? I have 2-3 mm of square shaft visible inside both cranks after aggressively driving them with a hammer and wood block (which actually improved the new bearing performance), and tightening the crank bolts to spec (20 ft-lb). There is a similar gap between the outside end of the spindles and the inside surfaces of the crank bolt washers. I had slightly damaged the drive side end of the spindle during disassembly but fixed it with a file. The left side was unmolested. They both fit the same way. The chain line is OK. I would like to know if this is a "normal" fit.
Brian
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Post by Jem on Dec 11, 2019 20:09:26 GMT
Brian - In short , I don't know the answer. I could go out to the shed and take a few pics at weekend if that helps ? I'm just hoping one of our resident forum mechanics drops by soon Jem
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Post by brianbutler on Dec 12, 2019 0:57:25 GMT
If you can take a picture when it is convenient it might help. There is no hurry. The cycling season here in Massachusetts is on hold due to snow every few days with rain in between, so I won't be riding the bike anytime soon. I'm not sure what I can do if it turns out the cranks should be seated farther onto the spindle, anyway.
Brian
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Post by triitout on Dec 12, 2019 1:58:28 GMT
Hey Brian, My setup looks like the same amount of exposed taper so no worries! Lets hope for a warm spell!
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Post by brianbutler on Dec 13, 2019 1:59:18 GMT
Michael, thank you for the response. I can stop worrying about that now and concentrate on fretting about the weather. This season came to a screeching halt. My last ride was November 30. It was about 25 degrees F and I was thinking it would be a bad day for a flat - then of course psssssssssssssss. Twice! That afternoon it started snowing and has been snow and icy/wet roads since. So yes, let's hope for a warm spell.
Brian
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