I too have never heard of "shimming" a damaged crank arm. Even without looking into the details, I can say that I would not attempt a "repair" in that manner. Not on my bike and not on a bike I was going to sell.
Originally Posted by
TimothyH
I was probably a bit harsh. No, I was plenty harsh.
Charity means not automatically assuming the worst but assuming that I don't understand. I should not have assumed dishonest intent so quickly and wasn't charitable. I am sorry.
Deep respect.
