Trouble Shooting a Creaky or Noisy Drive Train
This article will discuss trouble shooting noisy drive trains. Creaking and squeaking noises are annoying, and can be a sign of more serious problems. Damage to component parts may result if they are...
View ArticleRemoval of Cranks with Damaged Threads (square type only)
This article will discuss how to remove square type cranks with damaged threads.
View ArticleBMX Three Piece Crank Service
This article will discuss the installation and service of the BMX three piece crankset using the 48 spindle spindle. These models of cranksets use cartridge bearing cups, a spindle with 48 small...
View ArticleCrank Removal of Stripped Extractor Threads
If the removal threads for the crankarm puller in the crankarm are damaged, there is a possible repair. You will need a Bicycle Research TC-8, which is a fluted bolt that cleans the threads. It comes...
View ArticleCrank Removal-Square Spindle Type
This article will discuss the removal and installation of cranks from square spindle bottom brackets. Crank pullers are used for two basic crank types: the square spindle type arms, and the splined...
View ArticleMTB Positioning Chart
This article will describe the use of the MTB Positioning Chart for competitive road bicycles.
View ArticleRoad Positioning Chart
This article will describe the use of the Road Positioning Chart for competitive road bicycles. A similar article for MTB bikes is at MTB Bike Positioning.
View ArticleSelf Extracting or One-Key Release Systems
This article will discuss the removal of self-extracting or one-key release crank systems.
View ArticleCrank Installation and Removal- Square Spindle Type
This article will discuss the removal and installation of cranks from square spindle bottom brackets.
View ArticleCrank Removal & Installation- ISIS Drive or Octalink
This article will discuss the removal and installation of crankarms on the round, splined type spindles. These are the ISIS Drive® or Shimano® Octalink types.
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