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Originally Posted by
pdlamb
I think you're missing my point. As subsequent posters have noted, a properly installed and torqued square taper crank does not loosen. Properly stated, the original question would be, "Why are improperly installed left side cranks more likely to loosen?" (Leaving for follow-up, more likely than what? Properly installed right side cranks??)
"why is the left side more likely to loosen than the drive side?" From the OP. I read nothing about proper or improper installation.
Sometimes I think there are a lot of politicians here as people often answer the question they wish was asked. Andy.
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