Crank Question
11-11-04, 05:55 PM
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Crank Question
I have a Schwinn S30 it has a 7spd rear cassette with altus rear derailluer. My question is can I put a ICON crank on the bike? The icon came off a 9.8 OCLV trek. The Icon crank has two more teeth per gear than the crank that is on the bike now and was hoping to use it so I would have a taller gear and better high end from the bike. The crank teeth look similar in size but it is my understanding the 9.8 OCLV has a nine speed cassette. Will I have issues?
I am new to bike mechanics so treat me like a moron and beat me like a rented mule if you wish.
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11-11-04, 07:07 PM
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Originally Posted by rykoala
It would be easier to get a cassette for the back that has higher gearing, rather than change the cranks out, IMHO.
11-11-04, 07:09 PM
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Originally Posted by PDCHEETAH
I have a Schwinn S30 it has a 7spd rear cassette with altus rear derailluer. My question is can I put a ICON crank on the bike? The icon came off a 9.8 OCLV trek. The Icon crank has two more teeth per gear than the crank that is on the bike now and was hoping to use it so I would have a taller gear and better high end from the bike. The crank teeth look similar in size but it is my understanding the 9.8 OCLV has a nine speed cassette. Will I have issues?
I am new to bike mechanics so treat me like a moron and beat me like a rented mule if you wish.
I am new to bike mechanics so treat me like a moron and beat me like a rented mule if you wish.
11-11-04, 07:47 PM
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Originally Posted by sydney
You'll need a matching BB and probably have to raise and readjust the front derailer. The higher slightly gearing won't be worth the money and effort IMO.
