Frame facing

The Big Cheese
The Big Cheese Posts: 8,651
edited August 2007 in MTB workshop & tech
Is it always necessary to face the BB shell before installing new cranks?

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  • supersonic
    supersonic Posts: 82,708
    It is essential when using cranks with external bottom brackets.
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  • MarvintheAndroid
    MarvintheAndroid Posts: 409
    Despite agreeing with SS, it is an unfortunate fact that many bike manufacturers don't seem to share his opinion. More's the pity.

    You might be lucky on a good handmade frame, but more than likely not.

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  • mtb.boy
    mtb.boy Posts: 208
    I think once you have had it done once it should be ok from then on.
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  • The Big Cheese
    The Big Cheese Posts: 8,651
    Well, looks like I am going to have to get it done by the LBS :cry:

    Its a Shimano Hollowtech II BB - its a new frame and I could have fitted it myself (minus the facing - I have all the tools)

    If I get my LBS to face it I may as well get him to fit the rest as he pretty much charges £20 flat rate for jobs (unless they are minor)

    Oh well!

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