hi all
do i need to use any spacers with a ht2 bb on a gary fisher cake frame there is a gap between the near side crank arm and the bb face.
thwang

HT2 bottom brackets come with 3 2.5mm spacers. If you follow shimano's instructions for 73mm bottom bracket shells you need to install one on the drive side, for 68mm bottom bracket shells you need to install 2 on the drive side & 1 on the non drive side. I believe it's necessary to install them like this to ensure the axle length is the right spacing relative to the cups.

On that basis measure the length of your bottom bracket cup, it'll either be 68 or 73mm wide & install the correct number of spacers according to what width it is.

cheers frank
thwang