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Old 07-29-12 | 04:35 AM
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Bikes: Moots RCS, tandem, beach-cruiser, MTB, Specialized-Allez road-bike, custom track-bike

I've had an ActionTec Ti BB on my race bike for 20-years. Replaced the cartridge bearings after 5-years with higher-quality SKF ones and haven't had to service it since. If the Axix BB uses aluminium cups, be very careful when installing. Be sure to clean out the BB-shell threads of old grease and grit. Wrap 2-4 layers of plumbing teflon tape around the cups before installing. This will help prevent galling, corrosion and creaks.

Also lube the crankarm-bolts before installing them. I've had good luck with replacing the flat washer with a star lockwasher. This will keep the bolt from backing out in the event there's insufficient torque. Just in case...

Oh yeah, use a torque-wrench to install that bolt. The recommend range is 25-33 lb*ft and I'd aim for right about 30.
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