Originally Posted by
fietsbob
and.. the current Phil BB use a machined aluminum sleeve with shoulders for the bearings,
And a precise press fit between the bearing ID and the spindle diameter.
It is possible to pull the spindle through the bearings, and slightly adjust the offset of the spindle/axle
to be more or less symmetrical .. so 2 ways to tweak the chainline .. So, of the 2 A 113 would be a better choice
Add their optional, dust covers to further shield the bearings against contamination ..
they fit in the mounting rings .
Thanks.
Gotta go with the dust covers they have that oh so loverly Phil logo. Something about it just politely utters class with a loud enough voice to be heard but not loud enough to disrupt a social function with improper manners.