BB size - Carrera vengeance.

Graeme.C
Graeme.C Posts: 18
edited August 2011 in MTB workshop & tech
Does anyone know the size of the bottom bracket I need for a Carrera Vengeance?
The one in mine has got play in it and I'm told is a sealed unit so will need replacing.
Also what is the best one to buy?
Thanks.

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  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,675
    measure the shell width 68 or 73mm

    and then the axle length depends on what cranks are fitted.
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  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    According to Halfords the Vengeance is 68x118......

    Simon
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • Graeme.C
    Graeme.C Posts: 18
    Thanks for the reply's. I'll have a look around for a decent one. :)
  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,675
    Graeme.C wrote:
    Thanks for the reply's. I'll have a look around for a decent one. :)

    but you do not know what you need.
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
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  • Graeme.C
    Graeme.C Posts: 18
    nicklouse wrote:
    but you do not know what you need.

    Not sure I follow what you mean?
    The Beginner was correct about the size and I have since spoken to Halfords and the choice seems to be limited to a Shimano UN54.
  • supersonic
    supersonic Posts: 82,708
    It depends what chainset you have fitted.
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  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,675
    Graeme.C wrote:
    nicklouse wrote:
    but you do not know what you need.

    Not sure I follow what you mean?
    The Beginner was correct about the size and I have since spoken to Halfords and the choice seems to be limited to a Shimano UN54.

    it comes down to that is fitted. IS it a UN54 fitted and are the cranks as specced? or was something changed before you received it.

    the spec list is only a guide.
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
    Parktools :?:SheldonBrown
  • Graeme.C
    Graeme.C Posts: 18
    Again, thanks for the reply's :)
    Seems more to this than I thought.
    All I know about the chain set is that its a Shimano and its a square taper fitment.

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