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Old 11-29-14 | 09:12 AM
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HillRider
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Bikes: '96 Litespeed Catalyst, '05 Litespeed Firenze, '06 Litespeed Tuscany, '20 Surly Midnight Special, All are 3x10. It is hilly around here!

That rust is superficial and as long as the spindle turns smoothly it is not important. What is more of an issue is how water got into the frame to cause the rust and has it damaged the frame itself. Be sure there is a drain hole in the bottom bracket shell and inspect the frame for internal rust. If the frame is still sound, a thorough Weigel Frame Saver or Amsoil HDMP treatment is a good idea.
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