Classic & Vintage - can you recommend a BB for an '87 Bianchi Strada?

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miater
07-19-06, 06:39 PM
It's an english thread. I dont' think I can use a modern cartridge style BB I tried to screw a Bontrager BB in there and it wouldn't go in because of a strange nub of metal the protrudes into the BB area.
the adjustable BB doesn't have the body the cartridge has and fits fine of course.

tonyt
07-19-06, 08:40 PM
Ebay usually has used campagnolo bottom brackets listed.
ZachS
07-19-06, 08:45 PM
also, it's possible that the little nubbin could be filed off without hurting the frame. gotta pic?

cyclotoine
07-19-06, 08:55 PM
the nubbin is almost definately due to the cable guide. If it is plastic I file them or in some cases have removed it altogether and tapped the hole (M6) and replaced with a short allen bolt to hold the guide on.
miater
07-20-06, 07:01 AM
that's exactly what it is thanks! I painted over the cable guide so I don't think I'll be removing anything...that probably wasn't a good idea. i'll stick with a BB that fits as it is. maybe...