How To?

[NDSPEED]

So i broke my frame and i have a new one.

so how do i change out the crank.

[wooglin]

Originally posted by NDSPEED
So i broke my frame and i have a new one.

so how do i change out the crank.

You need special tools for the cranks and BB.

Try here for instructions. They also make the tools you need.

http://www.parktool.com/repair_help/index.shtml

[NDSPEED]

FIGURES, CANT NOTHING BE SIMPLE NOW A DAYS

[hairygrump]

FIGURES, CANT NOTHING BE SIMPLE NOW A DAYS

Those tools are worth having though. Spending about a few bucks on tools will save you way more in a year or two. Since I bought your basic set of wrenches, crank-puller and other little stuff, I pretty much take my bike into the shop for parts, upgrades or advice.

Spend your money on the fun stuff, not maintenance.

[wooglin]

Originally posted by hairygrump


Those tools are worth having though. Spending about a few bucks on tools will save you way more in a year or two. Since I bought your basic set of wrenches, crank-puller and other little stuff, I pretty much take my bike into the shop for parts, upgrades or advice.

Spend your money on the fun stuff, not maintenance.

I agree on the crank puller. Not so sure on the BB tool. With modern cartridge units, BBs are pretty much a throw-away item. When I need a new one I just pull the cranks, bring the bike to the shop, and have them replace the BB. Costs the price of the part and the odd six-pack here and there.

If I was overhauling my BB annually or better, it'd be a different story.

[riderx]

Originally posted by wooglin
I agree on the crank puller. Not so sure on the BB tool. Get the BB tool, it's under $10, paid for the first time you use it and you don't have to work on someone else's schedule. It's almost pointless to have a crank tool and not a BB tool.

For most jobs the tool will pay for itself in it's first or second use. Start investing in tools, you'll be back in the saddle faster and save money in the long run.

[NDSPEED]

yeah that would be a good idea but there are always people around that i can take the bike too,. that is a good thing about the military. so many people with so many different hobbys

[riderx]

Originally posted by NDSPEED
yeah that would be a good idea but there are always people around that i can take the bike too,. that is a good thing about the military. so many people with so many different hobbys Teach a man to fish...

[wooglin-at-home]

I know how to fish, and while there are times when I'm willing to trade time for money and make a trip to the grocery store, there's a certain satisfaction in fishing for my own self that makes the whole fishing experience just that much better.

As it were.