Old 11-19-22, 08:38 PM
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FBinNY 
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Originally Posted by Steve_sr
Here is a better photo with the clamp tightened to 5nm. Without the clamp the sides of the slot are parallel:


Looking at and extending the sides of the slot, I estimate that the tube is nearly closed on itself at the top.

This wouldn't pass muster on $100 dollar department store bike.

BTW - if this bike is ever taken out in weather the loose post and rear facing slot would pretty much guaranty water in the BB.

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