Originally Posted by
JohnDThompson
Not all cartridge bottom brackets use lockrings, e.g. Phil Wood.

that's the one someone mentioned locktiting in place earlier, correct?
hint, hint.
and it seems the miche BBs have a problem beyond that... the cup threads fail.
conclusion: bottom brackets without lock rings and shoulders are bad ideas... and avoid miche when choosing a new one.
interesting that the box doesn't match the BB that rusty bought... maybe someone else thought a BB with no shoulder or lockring was a bad idea, and swapped in the earlier, discontinued parts....
the shoulder and lock ring help reduce thread loading and wear.
and i'd still like to know what anti-seize or grease was placed on the BB threads before installation.... whatever it was not only prevented seizing, it allowed the cups to continue to move during riding.