seriously- I feel so dumb. I had no idea that you could overtighten the screws. I've just been tightening them until I couldn't turn it anymore. I didn't know there was such a thing as a torque wrench. DUH! (I embarrassed to admit how long I've been riding...)
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05-14-2010, 05:16 PM #1
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05-14-2010, 05:31 PM #2
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Thanks for your help. I ordered one today.
I didn't think it was that big of a deal either Tri Girl, but when I was tightening my seat post, I noticed some metal shavings coming off of the screw and it got me thinking about it. I guess it can cause parts to break and have to be replaced. Better to pay for the torque wrench than have to buy new bike parts I suppose!
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