Were you using the included bottom bracket? Newer bottom brackets tend to be
shorter because cranks are shaped differently. The bb that shipped on my wife's
Betty Foy was too short for any of my vintage cranks that I had to use with the
bicycle. Velobase and other sources like the late great She
Yes, you will need another bottom bracket with longer spindle or just a longer
spindle if it is replaceable (not likely). I'm sure that more knowledgable
folks here can help you determine proper length, or call Riv, or refer to
Sheldon Browns site and Park Tool site. Good luck with your build!
Soo... continuing in my Clem build project, as I was installing my vintage
sugino gp crank set with 165mm arms, I hit the chain stay with the chain ring.
I was upset at scratching the chain stay, but I'm set on having this bike for
the long haul, so it will get scratched. (But THIS early?).
