Squeaky B17?

Everything is tight and snug - but my B17 saddle sounds like it's
sawing it's way through a small forest. I've just about got used to
it - but it drives everyone else nuts I'm sure. A common problem? Is
copper slip required on the rails, or maybe something to do with that
tension nut at the front?

Thanks,

Duncan

Duncan Smith wrote:
Everything is tight and snug - but my B17 saddle sounds like it's
sawing it's way through a small forest. I've just about got used to
it - but it drives everyone else nuts I'm sure. A common problem? Is
copper slip required on the rails, or maybe something to do with that
tension nut at the front?

First, try a drop of oil or spray grease on the tension nut & bolt. If that
doesn't help then grease the rails and seatpost clamp bits and pieces.
Copper slip would be very messy on the rails.

~PB

Duncan Smith wrote:
Everything is tight and snug - but my B17 saddle sounds like it's
sawing it's way through a small forest. I've just about got used to
it - but it drives everyone else nuts I'm sure. A common problem? Is
copper slip required on the rails, or maybe something to do with that
tension nut at the front?

Thanks,

Duncan

On my B17 the squeak was caused by the seatpost being right at the front
of the rails where they start to narrow. Moving it back slightly cured
it. Might be worth a try.

Pete