Re: Installing Shimano Crankset


Andrew F Martin wrote:
> I'm not sure about his bike, but the %age of frames that get faced
> these days seems to be waining greatly. It's worth checking into at
> the least.

This is true, and since Hollowtech II should have both sides faced (as
opposed to just about all other modern BB's) he probably should go have
that done, as perhaps only one side may be faced already.

Joseph

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