
Originally Posted by
Kano
Hmmm, bottom bracket -- would this like some grease too? I still have some after my wheel hub greasing project! I'm pretty sure little Trek has 25 year old grease in there, just like in the wheel hubs! Am I better off having a pro do this job, or will I be okay doing it myself?
Karen in Boise
You shall do it, and you shall become a pro.
The principal is the same as hubs, but the cups are on the outside and thread in, while the cones are a raised ridge on the spindle. You'll need a crank-pulling tool to remove the crank arms for the spindle, a lockring tool, and a pin spanner. Maybe best to take the bike to a shop and make sure you get the correct tools.
Oil is good, grease is better.
2007 Peter Mooney w/S&S couplers/Terry Butterfly
1993 Bridgestone MB-3/Avocet O2 Air 40W
1980 Columbus Frame with 1970 Campy parts
1954 Raleigh 3-speed/Brooks B72