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Old 05-03-12, 07:07 AM
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HillRider
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Facing and chasing the bb shell threads is always a good idea for external cup bottom brackets but even good, well-aligned threads can creak if not lubed well before installation. I like to use about two layers of plumber's teflon tape as the thread lube/sealant. That has solved and prevented many creaking problems.
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