Bicycle Mechanics - Serotta BB

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Xtrmyorick
12-02-03, 07:08 PM
I'm upgrading my dad's drivetrain on his Serotta for Christmas, but don't know whether Serottas take an Italian or English BB. Obviously he'd suspect something if I out and asked him, so I'm hoping someone here might know. I'm sure it doesn't matter, but is frame is a Legend Ti (in case different frames use different BBs). Thanks all.

SteveE
12-02-03, 08:01 PM
I'm pretty certain that it's English. To be safe, get the serial number from the bike when your Dad's not looking and give Serotta a call. If you explain that it's for a Christmas present, I'm sure they'll give you the info. you need.

SteveE
Bruco
12-03-03, 04:24 AM
I'm upgrading my dad's drivetrain on his Serotta for Christmas

Excellent present! Nice of you to spoil your father like that. What are you upgrading to?

Don Cook
12-03-03, 06:49 AM
I'm upgrading my dad's drivetrain on his Serotta for Christmas, but don't know whether Serottas take an Italian or English BB. Obviously he'd suspect something if I out and asked him, so I'm hoping someone here might know. I'm sure it doesn't matter, but is frame is a Legend Ti (in case different frames use different BBs). Thanks all.

Remove the bottom bracket. Using your caliper measure the inside diameter of the BB hanger. English are 68mm and Italian's are 70mm. If you're still not sure, take the old bottom bracket to a local bike shop and they'll tell you.
lotek
12-03-03, 07:13 AM
I believe that Serotta is standard english BB.
You can contact Serotta (at www.serotta.com)
and verify threading.

Marty
Davet
12-04-03, 05:27 AM
I'm upgrading my dad's drivetrain on his Serotta for Christmas, but don't know whether Serottas take an Italian or English BB. Obviously he'd suspect something if I out and asked him, so I'm hoping someone here might know. I'm sure it doesn't matter, but is frame is a Legend Ti (in case different frames use different BBs). Thanks all.

Serottas use an English bottom bracket.
miamijim
12-07-03, 05:52 AM
If its a Serrotta your dad will appreciate a titanium bottom bracket from....


www.philwood.com

Its like choosing between shimano/campy or tiffanys?

shimano/campy or phil wood?

and the Phil Woods are serviceable