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ikaika777 02-23-14 09:58 PM

Lock ring loose.
 
I see my lock ring starting to come loose, anyone know what size lock ring wrench that will fit my 2012 Giant Escape 2?

nfmisso 02-23-14 10:07 PM

Which lock ring? A picture would be most helpful.

ikaika777 02-23-14 10:29 PM

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Sorry, it's for my bottom bracket like this.

DorkDisk 02-23-14 10:45 PM

A modern bike with a cup and cone bottom bracket?

You will need a hook spanner and a pin spanner. Pin spanners come in different sizes, but theres an adjustable one

ikaika777 02-23-14 11:07 PM

Now I'm confused. :(

dr1445 02-24-14 04:51 AM

the lock ring takes the hook spanner. the pin type is used to adjust the bearing preload and hold it in place as you tighten the lock ring.

giantcfr1 02-24-14 04:54 AM

Are you sure that is the exact BB? I checked your specs and it appears different.
Isn't it this? http://www.amazon.co.uk/Shimano-BB-U...xp_grid_pt_2_0

ikaika777 02-24-14 06:05 AM


Originally Posted by giantcfr1 (Post 16521644)
Are you sure that is the exact BB? I checked your specs and it appears different.
Isn't it this? http://www.amazon.co.uk/Shimano-BB-U...xp_grid_pt_2_0

Yes! Sorry everyone for the confusion, I'm new at bicycle repair and I'm learning. I can see some of the threads sticking out the left side, what tools will I be needing to fix it?

nfmisso 02-24-14 08:29 AM


Originally Posted by ikaika777 (Post 16521696)
Yes! Sorry everyone for the confusion, I'm new at bicycle repair and I'm learning. I can see some of the threads sticking out the left side, what tools will I be needing to fix it?

There are supposed to be a thread or two sticking out the left side, if it is the BB shown in the picture. Is the BB axle loose? If not, there nothing to fix.

ikaika777 02-24-14 06:31 PM


Originally Posted by nfmisso (Post 16521925)
There are supposed to be a thread or two sticking out the left side, if it is the BB shown in the picture. Is the BB axle loose? If not, there nothing to fix.

No, nothing is loose. If that's the way it's supposed to look then I guess I'm fine. This is why I love this forum. Thanks everyone.


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