In a message dated 11/26/03 9:41:38 PM Pacific Standard Time, M4Campy@aol.com
writes:
> It has adjustable cups on both side with a lockrings. Do I screw in the
> non-drive side first
> and then the drive side until I meet resistance in the spindle? Then lock
> down the ring, it
> should then back off a tad and be buttery, no?
>
> Please, someone give me the 411 on this thing!!! And I will share my story
> of the wrong
> Redcay:D
>
Go for buttery, with no slop when the cranks are mounted (try to rock the
pedals). If it hasn't been done, remove the aluminum cups and liberally grease
them or apply anti seize to them. This will prevent them from becoming "one"
with the bb shell. Lube the lock rings also.
Stevan Thomas
Alameda, CA