Old 10-22-14 | 06:30 AM
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Originally Posted by mr9iron
Is the spindle length a factor of frame line up, or derailer reach? Or is it simply a factor of the crank you are using? I.E. I am using a campy 9 speed crank so therefore use the corresponding BB? If I use the old stronglite crank then it requires a 120mm spindle...etc. it needs the stronglite BB to install correctly.
Yes, proper spindle length is determined by the crank. If you want to use the Campy crank, use the matching Campy bottom bracket in Campy's recommended width. What your old Stronglite crank required is not a factor with the Campy crank.
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