Originally Posted by
brian197
Thanks for the replies. I took some measurements and concluded it was done to maintain the chainline. I'll most likely buy a bb tool and some spacers to fill the gap.
Does the crank feel loose? If it is for the chainline than an unscrewed cup, the left side would have to be screwed about 10mm into the shell with no locknut. Rather than getting spacers, why not get the right size spindle?