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Old 02-03-08, 07:05 PM
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bikefix
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GREASE is not always the word

Originally Posted by shakeNbake
Grease (or use anti-seize compound) on all metal-metal contacts. I'm not gonna touch the BB spindle issue, you figure that out yourself.
Not entirely correct!
NO GREASE between threadless stem steerer clamp and steerer (both metal)!
NO GREASE on square-taper BB spindles (clean n dry) but, yes on splined spindles!
NO GREASE on almost all drivetrain pivots and chain (I hope y'all knew THAT!)
Special Freehub Grease inside Freehubs.
V. Light Grease on cablesets
Grease not best on spoke nipples --->BOILED LINSEED OIL is proven to be best and most economical too.
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