D(C)

I have a set of old Shimano 105 FC-1056 double cranks lying around and I'm think it might be nice to stick them on my fixed gear as an upgrade from the stock FSA Vero/RPM cranks. Does anyone know how they would hold up in such an application in comparison to proper track cranks? Are they a suitable choice?

Also, what spindle length would I need for a 42 mm chainline my the ring in the outer position. I know I can measure but I was hoping someone could speak from experience.

Thanks!

trons

they will be fine. probably a 103 bb.

D(C)

Are they an upgrade from what I'm using now?

mihlbach

I'm using an old square tapir 105 set of cranks on my beater fixed gear. I don't know if I'd call it an upgrade but they will work fine. I have a 113mm spindle with the chainring on the inside position. For the ring on the outside, 103mm sounds about right.

scrub

I just switched a set of FC 1050 cranks onto my Kilo TT instead of the Truvativs, I'm using a 107 BB and the ring on the inside and they seem great to me. The Q is wider and more comfortable with the added bonus of helping with the toeverlap. I'm interested in how the 103BB would work out.

roadgator

you aren't allowed to use those.


just because.

D(C)

^^^so helpful

D(C)

Anyway, thanks to everyone else for the info.

SuperVillain

I use those same cranks. They work just fine and seem to be of very solid construction. With a 110mm IRO BB (68mm shell) and the chainring on the inside the chainline is 42mm.