Re: [CR] Classicrendezvous Digest, Vol 75, Issue 100

(Example: Framebuilders:Alex Singer)

From: "tobit linke" <tobitlinke@hotmail.com>
To: <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>, <devotion_finesse@hotmail.com>
Date: Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:56:27 +0000
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Subject: Re: [CR] Classicrendezvous Digest, Vol 75, Issue 100


I run multiple modified strada cranksets, and have encountered the same problem.

My 70-P-120 (109mm) which i had used with great results on a 151 BCD dura ace track crank (it has the same bearing race distance as the 68-S-107 (NJS) dura ace spindle) would not work.

On a 68mm BB shell I use a spindle with a medium bearing race distance (e.g . for 70mm shell and thick walled cups) with a thin walled cup on the right, and a fat one on the left.

Obviously this will not work with the 70mm BB shell.

For lack of other options (or cups) I use a 115 or 116mm Shimano Spindle on my french threaded bike. I need the length for the crank arm to clear the right chainstay, but it results in the left crankarm sticking out a bit.

Ideally I'd use a BB with a short spindle (around 110mm) with a BB that let s you adjust the chainline.

Good luck,

Tobit Linke, Dortmund, Germany