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Old 06-08-21 | 05:02 PM
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Bikes: Surly CreamRoller. 98 Giant Rincon. SE UVT

Originally Posted by TejanoTrackie
That's an excellent choice, very good quality at a very reasonable price. I was going to suggest the IRD QB-55 that is the same price but lighter weight, but unfortunately it is out of stock at RG.

The reason the Shimano BB-UN55 won't work with your frame, is that it expects the frame's BB shell to be exactly 68mm wide, and yours must be just a tiny bit less, resulting in the gap. It's really a very stupid design, and I think you are wise to get something else.
Thanks buddy, I appreciate the advice. I actually tried to get that IRD first but of course every size is in stock except for the one I need like you said lol. I did order the Tange, I'll take the loss on the Shimano that thing was like 18 bucks, I have no idea why I bought that over the newer Shimano UN300 in the first place.
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