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[Closed] Shimano cranks Q factor for XTR and XT

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I have a Shimano xt triple chainset on my tourer/winter bike. Is a couple of yrs old and i cant remember the model number.

In a wave of consumerism i have ordered a Stages powermeter LH crank arm. However due to financial constraints i saw Shimano xtr 985 Stages crank arm in the correct length in the sale. I assumed that all shimano mtb would be the same.

A little reading after pressing Buy it Now reveals that there is a difference in Q....will it fit?

Argh!!


 
Posted : 04/11/2016 11:21 am
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It'll fit, the axle length/spline is common.

The Q-Factor (if anything) will be narrower on XTR, probably only by 1-2mm.
If it becomes an issue, use a pedal washer. You can get away with 2-3mm on any aluminium crank. A carbon crank with insert, i'd be more wary of.


 
Posted : 04/11/2016 11:30 am
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Fab! Thank you!!


 
Posted : 04/11/2016 12:35 pm