The Cycling Thread - Page 248 - SV650.org

fizzwheel · 28-08-12, 05:58 PM

As said one of them undoes anti clockwise but I always get muddled up which one it is.

Whenever I try to get my pedals off they are always b*stard tight and I inevitably end up skinning my knuckles on the chainring. They can take a bit of force, but you want a smooth strong push to crack them undo rather than jabbing at it.

Stewie - if you are struggling dont force it. Is there a bike shop near you. Pop it in there and they'll pop them off for you.

maviczap · 28-08-12, 06:10 PM

Left crank undoes clockwise, right one anticlockwise

28-08-12, 06:10 PM

Cheers guys, I think I will pop it down to my lbs tbh, the bikes due a checkover anyway.
Cheers

maviczap · 28-08-12, 06:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jackie_Black

they are both tightened the same way from the same side of the bike (if that makes sense) The left pedal has a reverse thread otherwise it would loosen as you pedalled.

Precisely

29-08-12, 10:19 AM

The LBS used a step as a holder whilst using the spanner to loosen off, when I did it I spent ages, lost skin and got extreme tourettes and still couldn't do it.

LBS didn't even charge me.

29-08-12, 10:24 AM

Ribble summer special on 0% looks tasty!

Scoobs · 29-08-12, 12:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fizzwheel

I'm not sure I want to go down the custom frame build it up myself route. I know I could do it, but I just dont know if I would be able to put the time into getting the build done. I'd rather just buy from the LBS TBH.

What a tired git. I've just built up a new mountain bike and it took me less than 2 hours including cutting the steerer tube to length and cutting and bleeding hydraulic hoses for the disc brakes....but then i am pretty awesome.

Scoobs · 29-08-12, 12:03 PM

PS. I'm just an interloper here. Won't be here long. Just came to berate my mate Fizz

fizzwheel · 29-08-12, 12:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scoobs

but then i am pretty awesome.

Indeed, that is what my problem is I am not as awesome as Scoobs is...

Scoobs · 29-08-12, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fizzwheel

Indeed, that is what my problem is I am not as awesome as Scoobs is...

It's in black and white so it must be true.

Get on and build a ped mate. Really satisfying to know that everything is as you want it and built with care and passion.

All the bolts on my bike are either copper greased or loc-tited as appropriate. Spindles greased where required. First ride after completing it is amazing. I thoroughly recommend a bike build to anyone.

28-08-12, 05:58 PM	#2471
fizzwheel Super Moderator Mega Poster Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Somerset Posts: 3,614	Re: The Cycling Thread As said one of them undoes anti clockwise but I always get muddled up which one it is. Whenever I try to get my pedals off they are always b*stard tight and I inevitably end up skinning my knuckles on the chainring. They can take a bit of force, but you want a smooth strong push to crack them undo rather than jabbing at it. Stewie - if you are struggling dont force it. Is there a bike shop near you. Pop it in there and they'll pop them off for you. __________________ Look Dave, I can see you're really upset about this. I honestly think you ought to sit down calmly, take a stress pill, and think things over. K5 GSXR 750 Anniversary Edition

28-08-12, 06:10 PM	#2472
maviczap Member Mega Poster Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 9,096	Re: The Cycling Thread Left crank undoes clockwise, right one anticlockwise __________________ We're riding out tonight to case the promised land Make everyday count RIP Reeder - Jolly Green Giant and comedy genius

28-08-12, 06:10 PM	#2473
stewie Guest Posts: n/a	Re: The Cycling Thread Cheers guys, I think I will pop it down to my lbs tbh, the bikes due a checkover anyway. Cheers

29-08-12, 10:19 AM	#2475
krhall Guest Posts: n/a	Re: The Cycling Thread The LBS used a step as a holder whilst using the spanner to loosen off, when I did it I spent ages, lost skin and got extreme tourettes and still couldn't do it. LBS didn't even charge me.

29-08-12, 10:24 AM	#2476
krhall Guest Posts: n/a	Re: The Cycling Thread Ribble summer special on 0% looks tasty!

29-08-12, 12:03 PM	#2478
Scoobs Vipers Pillion Bitch Mega Poster Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Waterlooville Posts: 3,933	Re: The Cycling Thread PS. I'm just an interloper here. Won't be here long. Just came to berate my mate Fizz __________________ I look good, I mean really good! Hey everyone come and see how good I look!

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