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Scrodzilla 12-31-11 08:39 AM


Originally Posted by TheRealFaux (Post 13658075)
My protype BB came in the mail today and I installed it. I've never installed a crankset before, but it was pretty straightforward. My question is about the spindle/crank arm interface. I have maybe 4-5mm of spindle showing between the crank arm and bottom bracket shell. I can't seem to push the crank arm down the spindle any further. Is this how your 75/protype bb setup looks?

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7017/6...af834e466e.jpg

You're all set. On a typical Sugino 75 BB, a lot of that extra space is taken up by the external lockring.

TejanoTrackie 12-31-11 09:13 AM

Also, that's a very common situation with ISO taper spindles, which have a much longer taper section than JIS spindles. Even if an adjustable cup with an external lockring is used, there will be a noticeable gap between the crank arm and the cup / lockring. The installation on my Protype / Sugino 75 looks just like the photo. You should always tighten the crank arm bolts based on torque, and the value I always use is 400 in-lbs (33 ft-lbs) for square taper spindles.

gayngs 12-31-11 11:48 AM

Is there another reason besides price that most go for the protype bb for 75's; like sealed vs loose ball etc? About to buy a set of Sugino's with the matching BB, and if I can get it for cheaper without causing problems that would be great. I was also looking at these for the crank set, Campagnolo – Centaur BB.

Scrodzilla 12-31-11 11:53 AM

I chose the Protype because it's got sealed cartridge bearings and would rather not be bothered with needing to service my bottom bracket.

homebrewk 12-31-11 12:13 PM


Originally Posted by homebrewk (Post 13656377)
What's the best way to convince my parents to go (or sneak in to) The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo?

Please?

8bits 12-31-11 01:09 PM


Originally Posted by gayngs (Post 13659626)
snip...I was also looking at these for the crank set, Campagnolo – Centaur BB.

/notscrod but I bought this set and it is amazing! Beautifull, light and stiff

Scrodzilla 12-31-11 01:19 PM


Originally Posted by homebrewk (Post 13659724)
Please?

Dude, just go. Do they really ask to see ID at the movies?

homebrewk 12-31-11 01:22 PM


Originally Posted by Scrodzilla (Post 13659889)
Do they really ask to see ID at the movies?

They actually do.

rustybrown 12-31-11 01:32 PM


Originally Posted by homebrewk (Post 13659902)
They actually do.

lolwut?

that movie will tragedy young minds.

hairnet 12-31-11 01:35 PM

homebrew, you're 16/17?

homebrewk 12-31-11 01:55 PM

More like 14/15.

Scrodzilla 12-31-11 01:58 PM

Stay home and Netflix the original Swedish trilogy. It was better anyway.

hairnet 12-31-11 02:08 PM

hahahahaha I wish I could get my little brother into riding enough to want a Caad 10

redpear 12-31-11 02:12 PM

I wish I could afford a CAAD10 at that age.

hamfoh 12-31-11 02:13 PM

**** that age is meant for bmx bikes and broken arms!

hairnet 12-31-11 02:16 PM

My little brother is 15, 6' tall, 120 lbs. I try to get him more enthusiastic, maybe interested in racing. His first ride was over 20 miles at around 17/18 mph. He could be a killer climber

Scrod, how do I get a 15 year old really interested in more than just slow party rides? I don't want to force him and give him a bad taste because I pushed him a little too hard.

redpear 12-31-11 02:19 PM

http://animal.discovery.com/mammals/...at-picture.jpg

Scrod, have you ever been a bmxer who fought a skateboarder or vice versa?

Sherblock 12-31-11 02:34 PM


Originally Posted by homebrewk (Post 13659902)
They actually do.

Same here. I can buy any M game, no problem, but a movie is impossible. And yeah, how'd you convince your parents you needed a CAAD 10? I'm currently in the process :lol:

homebrewk 12-31-11 02:43 PM


Originally Posted by redpear (Post 13660138)
I wish I could afford a CAAD10 at that age.

I literally paid for every dime of my CAAD10. I'm proud of myself for being able to save up for 2 years.

Sherblock 12-31-11 02:45 PM

Oh, well congratulations for being able to save that much. If I ever got to that point, I probably would be afraid to spend it :(

homebrewk 12-31-11 02:49 PM

2 words. Stock market.

PlattsVegas 12-31-11 02:51 PM

Stock market is cheating. get a real job and learn the value of a hard days work.

but srsly, thats pretty dope.

Sherblock 12-31-11 02:53 PM


Originally Posted by homebrewk (Post 13660295)
2 words. Stock market.

Is that actually how you got the money?

homebrewk 12-31-11 02:53 PM

Thanks. I can't say I disagree; however, the stock market helped me pay for around $1100 dollars of the bike.

homebrewk 12-31-11 02:54 PM


Originally Posted by Sherblock (Post 13660316)
Is that actually how you got the money?

Sorta. I saved up around $600.


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