Originally Posted by
conspiratemus1
To test-fit your experiment it is helpful to have the extractor at hand since getting the right spindle to fit the crank is an experiment in itself. You may find yourself needing to torque it on moderately to check for fit, then removing it to try another spindle. Once satisfied, you may not then need to remove the crank again, for years if you put a cartridge BB in. So if you don’t want to spring for a new Stein extractor, and if your mechanic won’t lend you his, I can lend you one of mine for few weeks while you get it sorted out, then you can mail it back to me. P.M. if interested. No charge.
Thanks for the generous offer. My mechanic will want to do this. He will welcome the challenge. He is a retired fella who really enjoys when I visit with the C&V bikes. So I will be okay in that regard. Much appreciated, though.