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Old 04-24-10 | 04:51 PM
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Single Piece Crank Question

I have a three sprocket, single piece crank and the cassette is bent/warped. Can I replace the whole thing with a single piece crank from a bmx bike? Will I still be able to use my rear cassette, which has 6 sprockets?

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Old 04-24-10 | 05:07 PM
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The issue is chainring thickness. BMX chainrings are designed for use with a wider chain that won't work with your 6 cog rear freewheel. The narrower chain that works with the freewheel won't fit over the thicker BMX chainring.
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Thanks, the problem is the chain is rubbing against the front derailleur in the highest gear. I've tried adjusting but it hasn't helped.
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