the BB is probably english threaded. I imagine it would specify if it was italian. Miche makes both versions.

I'm pretty sure they have english threaded ones too.

if either of you want to trade for a great condition miche carrier and cog, 1/8", 17t, let me know.

Well, there you go. My bad.

The thing is, I was looking forward to having same-brand cranks/BB/hub for that perfect chainline ive never been able to enjoy on my conversion. What should my concern be about the hub seals? (and ill certainly get an 18 tooth cog for about $20 to achieve the same gearing I have now.)

I don't think you can use IRO BBs on Miche cranks. Different tapers, I believe. JIS vs. ISO, I think.

Keep in mind that Campy uses the same taper as Miche.

so you want a 15T? If so, I think thats a good idea... Ill let you know when I get mine (hopefully within 2 weeks)

yeah, if it's 1/8", for shizzle. PM me if/when you get it.

schweet.. will do.

See, this is exactly why I refuse to buy non-used / garbage parts. I would be buying $300 worth of extra parts to make my $300 group work, strip my BB shell during installation, and then get the entire bike stolen later in the week. Sigh.

^ thats why im asking so many questions... I want to get it right the first time.

The groupo is a weird setup. You get the older hubs, but the newer cranks. Strange. But yeah, it's probably english threaded, that's definitely the norm.

As for the seals on the Miche BB, they're not bad. They're more of a "throw away" BB, anyway. not that expensive, no maintence.

my favorite thing about them is the "fixed cup" isn't fixed at all, there's no lip. this means you can move the whole BB to the left or right of center to achieve a perfect chainline, it's a huge advantage. don't get crazy, though. you don't want many exposed threads. Also, make sure that you're tightening it to spec, since there's no fixed cup, it can be a little tricky. I flew through installation the first time and a week later ended up with a loose BB at an alleycat, not a fun situation.

Miche = good stuff.

thanks for the info teadoggg... I think I now have the confidence to look forward to ordering... GREAT... now im excited, yet I have to wait.

before i ordered i asked chuck about the bottom bracket. He said if you needed an italian he would provide one to you. I am not sure it would be a miche but you should call him to get the details

^ so unless otherwise requested, the BB included is english threaded...
Is the crankset included the "miche primato pista" crankset?

yeah. I don't know what else it could be. as far as I know, the only difference between the old ones and the new ones are the graphics

hey if anyone needs I have some unussed miche italian bottom bracket cups