Thanks, Ian. Multiple posts appreciated for the thoroughness they bring.
For me, this is the key of what you said: "straight forward, but fiddly." I
don't handle fiddly well, so I will leave this to those that do. That
clarity alone is priceless. Thanks again!
With abandon,
Patrick
On Sunday,
It may also be that the axle thread is okay and that the locknut is
stripped. Only investigation will reveal the situation. This link might
help - http://barcelonapignonfixe.blogspot.ca/2010_10_01_archive.html
apologies to all for the multiple posts.
On Sunday, September 22, 2013 3:22:03 AM U
Whoops, I just reread the posting, where the lock nut is spinning out. In
this case, it may be that the thread is stripped on the axle. Worth
disassembling the pedal and examining. If the axle thread is stripped, it
may be possible to find another compatible axle in a used parts bin at the
L
Assuming this is a loose bearing pedal, there should be a cone and a lock
nut - the same system as a loose bearing wheel hub. First, loosen off the
lock nut, then turn the cone to the desired setting then tighten the lock
nut. The lock nut will cause some additional binding/pressure on the cone
