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10-23-13 | 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by steve-in-kville

Thanks. I am ordering all new crankset, most likely 5-hole 130mm spider (that's what my other SS/FG takes). So as I will a spindle and bearings? Anything else to keep in mind?

You should use a cartridge bearing like HillRider said. Personally, I'd look for an external bearing crank due to the ease of installation.

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