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Old 02-21-11 | 06:33 PM
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HillRider
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Originally Posted by nymtber
I generally loosen and re-tighten crank arm bolts a few times per season.
That's an excellent way to destroy a square taper crank. Tighten it to the proper torque when you first install it and then leave it alone until you remove the arms for bottom bracket maintenance.
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