Think my crank arm is cracked
07-08-09, 03:04 PM
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Think my crank arm is cracked
Specialized Allez 2006 that I'm using as a commuter/touring bicycle
I think the crank arm has a crack in it. This is the best photo I can manage
https://img224.imageshack.us/i/crack.jpg/
You can't see it in the photo (camera phone), but there is a tiny little hairline crack right around where I drew the orange line.
I think it's a crack. it's along a pressure-bearing part of the bicycle. It tends to accumulate dirt, and when I run my finger along it, I can feel it, although I can't like put anything inside, and the bike still pedals as strong as every.
What should I do? About how long do I have before it falls off? Is it a problem? What should I do about replacement?
I think the crank arm has a crack in it. This is the best photo I can manage
https://img224.imageshack.us/i/crack.jpg/
You can't see it in the photo (camera phone), but there is a tiny little hairline crack right around where I drew the orange line.
I think it's a crack. it's along a pressure-bearing part of the bicycle. It tends to accumulate dirt, and when I run my finger along it, I can feel it, although I can't like put anything inside, and the bike still pedals as strong as every.
What should I do? About how long do I have before it falls off? Is it a problem? What should I do about replacement?
07-08-09, 03:10 PM
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The area of the crank that you refer to should be smooth. If you can feel a ridge with your finger I would suspect a crack. Remove the crank and send it back to the manufacturer. They may cover on warranty. You will probably have to work through your LBS.
07-08-09, 06:01 PM
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