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Old 12-21-12 | 11:27 AM
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Bikes: too many bikes from 1967 10s (5x2)Frejus to a Sumitomo Ti/Chorus aluminum 10s (10x2), plus one non-susp mtn bike I use as my commuter

Originally Posted by rjkfsm
The cranks are tight and a friend of mine uses a power washer on his bike with no ill effect. My garden hose should not be killing the BB. I'll just spend the money on a Phil Woods or something.

RK
Seriously, it probably isn't the BB. Worn BBs don't click, they feel rough. If you do feel it's the BB, take it apart, and check the races for rust or wear.
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