Loose crank
08-16-08, 02:38 PM
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Loose crank
I noticed on a ride today that my crank had come loose in the bottom bracket. I can move the crank side to side. Can this have happened without any of the parts being damaged? What tools do I need to fix it?
08-16-08, 02:40 PM
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Square Taper I presume?
If it did, it is likely the crankarm needs replacing, becuase the taper rounds out as it is softer than the BB spindle. You can just replace the arm that broke.
If it did, it is likely the crankarm needs replacing, becuase the taper rounds out as it is softer than the BB spindle. You can just replace the arm that broke.
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