Originally Posted by
Velocivixen
UPDATE: PLAN B - I removed the drive side crank arm & chainring. It was super easy & not tight. Once I got the cotter pushed as far as it would go I used an awl & a light tap on the end & it fell out. The lock ring & adjustable cup were super easy to get undone even with the Left side crank arm attached. Cups & cones, at least on the right side are great after lots of cleaning. Here's the photos:
Looks like the bearings and BB are really clean- not a lot of use at all.
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