does SRAM GXP axle fit into Shimano Bottom Bracket?

zendoflex

I have the chance to get this bottom bracket:

https://wheelsmfg.com/bottom-brackets/b ... black.html

really cheap but it doesnt say anything about SRAM/GXP compatibility. The same manufacturer also has another bottom bracket especially for GXP 24/22mm...
https://wheelsmfg.com/bottom-brackets/b ... black.html

Would you recommend to buy the cheaper one and use some kind of spacer? It would save me more than 40 usd and I kind of need the money right now. If it is risky, I wouldn't do it but I have the feeling that it isn't much of a difference.

sandyballs

There are kits relatively cheap on flea bay to shim the Shimano BB to accept GXP @£14 if you can get one in US for @ the same price it could work out cheaper. I’ve never used them so cannot comment of maintenance and life span.

keef66

What chainset are you trying to fit into what frame?

Why are you not using the (presumably cheaper) manufacturers BB to match the chainset?

Or do you have a FSA chainset with a 24/22 spindle and the FSA BBs don't last long enough?

zendoflex

I have an SRAM Force 1 Chainset with GXP axle. I don't believe in pressfitting at least not when it comes to durability and that's why I want exactly this threaded and pressfitted BB from wheelsmfg. In my opinion it's the best you can get for a BB86-frame

keef66

Then get the cheap Wheels Mfr Shimano one and an adapter to address the 24 vs 22 mm discrepancy on the non-drive side.

My press-fit BB86 Shimano BB is still smooth and silent and haeding into its 6th year...

pinno

What the farq is this ^ ?

hopkinb

I love these occasional queries about bottom brackets.

pinno

Yes, it's not new. Roughly 1 per annum.