Originally Posted by
Scrodzilla
Creaks are the worst. If you checked everything mentioned, I would start by pulling the crank arms, removing the BB, cleaning/regreasing the threads and reinstalling. Clean the spindle with some degreaser or Goo Gone - WD40 works well as a cleaner too - and reinstall (if it's square taper, please don't grease the spindle).
If that doesn't fix it, the cartridge bearings in your BB may be ****ting the bed.
Okay, will do that then. And i never grease the spindle. I guess it wold be about time for a new BB anyways, this one has been in use for almost 4 years now. thanks