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12-18-10 | 08:39 PM

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afilado

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Make sure you're turning it in the "right" direction.

J

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Originally Posted by SalParadise

Yes, exactly- the 135mm spindle is for the old style cottered cranks. I am leaning towards getting the 122 mm, as it would have a more modern taper and crank attachment, giving more options for a new crank, pedals, etc.

I guess the only thing I have to figure now is how to get the fixed cup on the right hand side off... haven't been too successful in doing so, it's really stuck on there!

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