Re use Hollowtech BB?

mistertommyt
mistertommyt Posts: 56
edited March 2013 in Workshop
I'm about to start building up a new frame, using components from the old bike. I recently installed a new Ultegra Hollowtech II bottom bracket with a new chainset and wanted to check that there's no issue with extracting the BB and moving it to the new bike.

Sorry if it's a stupid question, just seems a waste not to re use it.

Cheers.

Comments

  • ugo.santalucia
    ugo.santalucia Posts: 28,337
    Then reuse it, there is no reason not to
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  • Then reuse it, there is no reason not to

    Was just checking there were no issues.

    Thanks for the reply.
  • smidsy
    smidsy Posts: 5,273
    Then reuse it, there is no reason not to

    Was just checking there were no issues.

    Thanks for the reply.

    Assuming you used copper slip (or similar) on the threads when you installed it then there should be no issue getting it off and reusing it. :D
    Yellow is the new Black.
  • When you say hollowtech you mean external cups threaded in? If so then yes, however if you've got a press fit hollowtech BB then you need to take a good look at the cups when you remove them as you can damage them on removal.
  • When you say hollowtech you mean external cups threaded in? If so then yes, however if you've got a press fit hollowtech BB then you need to take a good look at the cups when you remove them as you can damage them on removal.

    The cups screw in on each side, so should be ok. Cheers for the advice all.