Originally Posted by
HillRider
+1 but if the bike took a hit hard enough to bend the crank, I'd be concerned that it may have distorted the bottom bracket shell too. Be sure the frame isn't damaged before spending the time and money on a new crank.
this was what i thought
bent cranks are often caused by something other than a simple fall
like getting t boned by a car
which is very likely to have damaged the bike in other
more difficult to ascertain
ways
all that being said
if the frame is straight
and you like riding it
then make it the perfect bike for you
but be aware
that any money you spend beyond making it rideable and reliable
you will never see again