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12-02-09, 02:06 PM
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Did something dumb
So I was out on a 50 mile ride today. Started getting some front knee pain. So, raised my seat up, over tightened the bolt, and broke it. 25 miles standing up is not a good way to start the day. So, I need some advice on how to fix and where to get a replacement bolt.
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12-02-09, 02:21 PM
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You can buy Campy seat post binder bolts at Excel Sports https://www.excelsports.com/new.asp?p...jor=11&minor=8
12-02-09, 02:38 PM
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You can also just go to your LBS since they may have one in stock. Take the old Campy bolt with you for comparison since those bolts come in a few different sizes from different brands.
12-02-09, 02:40 PM
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Easy fix. Those vintage classic style seatlugs don't take much torque. Be happy you didn't crack the lug.
12-02-09, 02:52 PM
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Thanks guys! One question. The right side broke. Should I attempt to take the left side out with a hex wrench? It seems like it is torqued in there good and I don't want to brake anything else.
12-02-09, 05:08 PM
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Most likely the left side has teeth or a notch to keep it from spinning so don't try to unscrew it. Just knock it out with a screw or a punch etc. from the other side. It should come out fairly easy.
