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Author: F~A~R~V~A-Yankee Northern Allfather
Date: May 18, 2011 20:18
With or without lubricant, in use, cranks will make metal-to-metal contact with the spindle, causing fretting "erosion of the steel spindle for all but the lightest riders. Lubricating the spindle for assembly assures a predictable press fit for a given torque. Without lubrication the press is unknown and galling (aluminum transfer to the steel spindle) may occur during assembly. After substantial
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