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tdubz

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Just fitted a pair of trialtech cranks to my GU frame pushfit (echo bottom bracket)

I have used the echo bb spacers that come with it

tightened cranks up but noticed there is a gap between arm and bb spacer, maybe 4mm enough for the spacer to be moved with my fingers

is this safe to ride? at this stage i have my doubts

what is the remedy for this issue?

i can upload pics if people are interested but hopefully my description is sufficient

many thanks

tom

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The gap. New cranks splines are tight. Just ride it and be sure to tighten the cranks during and after ever ride.

It may take a couple of weeks for them to fully screw onto the axle so don't be worried if after only 2 or 3 rides they aren't fully on.

I had a brand new set of Breath cranks and BB which took around 4 weeks or so of regular rides to fully do up

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What about a new bottom bracket and used TryAll Elite cranks. I also have a 5mm gap and I doubt that the cranks will slide on any further or am I mistaken? Does the crank have to touch the spacer? I can imagine that the bottom bracket comes loose if not.

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