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05-03-09, 05:51 PM
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A question...
Ok, so this is probably going to be a hard one to answer, but I figured I would come to you guys before taking it to the LBS tomorrow.
I've recently replaced my crank due to stripping the pedal out of the old one. I also added clippless pedals at the time (sp-520's). when I took the bike out today I was noticing that there was a clicking sound coming from somewhere around the crank when I press down with my right foot. It does not do it if I do not have much load on the crank, but if I have much, it is there.
I'm also using pedal extensions (kneesavers) and the lbs guy suggested dropping them if I can since I'm putting a lot of torque on the pedals and cranks.
Like I said, I don't know where the sound is coming from, but I figured I would see if anyone has any similar experience.
I've recently replaced my crank due to stripping the pedal out of the old one. I also added clippless pedals at the time (sp-520's). when I took the bike out today I was noticing that there was a clicking sound coming from somewhere around the crank when I press down with my right foot. It does not do it if I do not have much load on the crank, but if I have much, it is there.
I'm also using pedal extensions (kneesavers) and the lbs guy suggested dropping them if I can since I'm putting a lot of torque on the pedals and cranks.
Like I said, I don't know where the sound is coming from, but I figured I would see if anyone has any similar experience.
05-03-09, 05:56 PM
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Sounds like the Bottom Bracket may be toast.
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05-03-09, 06:02 PM
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Then the bottom bracket may be slightly misaligned, or off center a tad and your getting a chain rub on the FD. Try trimming the front derailleur and see if it goes away. It could also be a dry bearing in the pedal, by the way, and I'd actually check that first.
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05-04-09, 12:16 AM
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Make sure the crank arms are tight. Always check after the first few rides on new ones.
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WWSD? (What Would Sheldon Do?)
https://sheldonbrown.com/creaks.html
Troubleshooting 101 -- if there are new symptoms after a repair, check what you just messed with. Keep it simple.
https://sheldonbrown.com/creaks.html
Troubleshooting 101 -- if there are new symptoms after a repair, check what you just messed with. Keep it simple.
