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[Closed] bottom bracket on carbon

 ef52
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hi all,does anyone know at what torque should i use too tighten a hollow tech bb on a carbon frame please ?


 
Posted : 20/05/2013 12:54 pm
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35-50nm for BB IIRC
Not sure if that changes by frame material though.


 
Posted : 20/05/2013 12:59 pm
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Same as an alloy frame Id imagine.....


 
Posted : 20/05/2013 1:06 pm
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The carbon frame will have an alloy BB shell so whatever torque setting is recommended which for a hollowtech BB is from 35nm to 50nm, prep the threads with coppaslip or another antiseize compound before fitting.


 
Posted : 20/05/2013 1:26 pm