Originally Posted by
Grimlock
If that is still too large and the teeth contact the stays, you will need to replace the crank. Alternatively, if the frame is steel and not dear to your heart, take a hammer to the driveside chainstay to make some more clearance.
Thats what I was afraid of. I guess i could try but not sure I want to buy chainrings to see if they fit. IF not than Im stuck with a crank, bb and extra chainrings... and still need to buy a new MTB crank.
I hope you are kidding about the hammer..
Otherwise.. worst case scenario Does anyone know what would be the best replacement option for a SS MTB crank that would let me keep my new 18t cog and have a relatively close gain ratio? All the ones I am finding have monster long arms and tiny little chainrings. Honestly, after spending my time looking at track cranks, SS MTB cranks look comically small by comparison.