BB Install new frame
11-28-06, 07:02 PM
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BB Install new frame
Help me out, I have a surly crosscheck frame I am building up for my girl.
I can't get the fixed cup to go in. The BB is from one of my old frames and in good condition.
The threads are compatable (1.37x24). I dont want to strip the threads on either frame or cups.
I can't get the fixed cup to go in. The BB is from one of my old frames and in good condition.
The threads are compatable (1.37x24). I dont want to strip the threads on either frame or cups.
11-29-06, 01:23 AM
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New frames will often have burs or paint/powdercoat in the threads. Take it to a shop and have them chase the threads.
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...and try pushing it in (towards the center of the bottom bracket shell) with a little more force than you'd normally apply as you turn it.
also...do you have a fixed cup tool? (if you don't, go spend the $20. you'll be happy later ps...measure the distance between the flats...it's is either 32mm or 36mm. if you're lucky your lbs will have the double sided tool with both....mine only had a 36 with a bb pin spanner on the other end that i already have)
also...are you turning it the right way? (is it plugged in?)
also...do you have a fixed cup tool? (if you don't, go spend the $20. you'll be happy later ps...measure the distance between the flats...it's is either 32mm or 36mm. if you're lucky your lbs will have the double sided tool with both....mine only had a 36 with a bb pin spanner on the other end that i already have)
also...are you turning it the right way? (is it plugged in?)
11-29-06, 05:42 AM
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Originally Posted by braingel...[B
are you turning it the right way[/B]?
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