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I recall reading an article that said you shouldn't install the screws
of your cycling cleats "dry". I also remember when my LBS owner was helping me properly align my cleat, he put a drop of something on each screw before tightening them. Can someone tell me what this is? Is it lube? Is it grease? And also, why is it necessary to do so? I'm thinking if you put some lube/grease on the screws, wouldn't this increase the chances the screws will come loose? Thanks! |
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On Mon, 18 Jul 2005 14:28:19 -0700, Cwazee Yeti wrote:
I recall reading an article that said you shouldn't install the screws of your cycling cleats "dry". I also remember when my LBS owner was helping me properly align my cleat, he put a drop of something on each screw before tightening them. Can someone tell me what this is? Is it lube? Is it grease? I presume it would be Loctite, which is not a lube, but instead is an adhesive. When dry, it keeps the screws from loosening. -- David L. Johnson __o | Arguing with an engineer is like mud wrestling with a pig... You _`\(,_ | soon find out the pig likes it! (_)/ (_) | |
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Cwazee Yeti wrote:
I recall reading an article that said you shouldn't install the screws of your cycling cleats "dry". I also remember when my LBS owner was helping me properly align my cleat, he put a drop of something on each screw before tightening them. Can someone tell me what this is? Is it lube? Is it grease? And also, why is it necessary to do so? I'm thinking if you put some lube/grease on the screws, wouldn't this increase the chances the screws will come loose? Dab a bit of grease or anti-seize compound on the screws. Although it seems counter-intuitive,lubing the fasteners will reduce friction and enable you to actually screw them down tighter. It will also reduce the possibility of the cleats squeaking. If you tighten the screws as hard as you can, they shouldn't work loose, but check them after the first ride. |
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Cwazee Yeti wrote:
I recall reading an article that said you shouldn't install the screws of your cycling cleats "dry". Almost none of the threaded fasteners on a bicycle should be installed dry. I also remember when my LBS owner was helping me properly align my cleat, he put a drop of something on each screw before tightening them. Can someone tell me what this is? Is it lube? Is it grease? I hope so, but it might be a thread locker such as Loctite. Some folks use this way too much. (Grease is a type of lube.) And also, why is it necessary to do so? I'm thinking if you put some lube/grease on the screws, wouldn't this increase the chances the screws will come loose? A. It allows you to get the screws tighter, because there's not so much friction on the threads. 2. It keeps the threads from rusting together, so you will be able to remove the cleats in the future without destroying the shoes. Sometimes shoes outlast cleats, so this is a Good Thing. Sheldon "No Dry Threads" Brown +-----------------------------------------------------------------+ | This message has been sent to you using recycled electrons | | exclusively. Please do not discard them after use, | | send them along and help conserve these irreplaceable | | sub-atomic resources for future generations. | +-----------------------------------------------------------------+ Harris Cyclery, West Newton, Massachusetts Phone 617-244-9772 FAX 617-244-1041 http://harriscyclery.com Hard-to-find parts shipped Worldwide http://captainbike.com http://sheldonbrown.com |
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Hi all,
Thanks for the info! I have these lubes that I use on various parts on my road and mountain bike. Would any of these be suitable for cleat installation: KryTech "Wax" Lube http://www.finishlineusa.com/products/kry-tech.htm Teflon-Plus "Dry" Lube http://www.finishlineusa.com/product...-plus-lube.htm If so, which would be better? Thanks! |
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In article .com,
Cwazee Yeti wrote: If so, which would be better? Use something thick, like bearing grease. Chain lube is too thin. |
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On Mon, 18 Jul 2005 18:06:06 -0400, Sheldon Brown
wrote: Sometimes shoes outlast cleats, so this is a Good Thing. Sheldon "No Dry Threads" Brown If you are using plastic cleats from Shimano, the shoes will outlast many sets of cleats. I get about 1000-1200 miles out of the SPD-SL SH11. I would imagine that the Look cleats are similar. Last year I went through 3 sets. How often do the metal SPD cleats wear out? I have a set, on my Champion Du Monde, but don't ride it enough to wear anything out. That is a very confident LBS if they are using Loctite on a new installation of cleats. Life is Good! Jeff |
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I understated:
Sometimes shoes outlast cleats, so this is a Good Thing. Jeff Starr wrote: If you are using plastic cleats from Shimano, the shoes will outlast many sets of cleats. Oh, right--I sometimes forget that some folks still use protruding plastic cleats. I get about 1000-1200 miles out of the SPD-SL SH11. Right. I used to use Look/Shimano, figure 1500 miles of riding or half a mile of walking, whichever comes first... Sheldon "SPDs Rule!" Brown +--------------------------------------------------------+ | One man's theology is another man's belly laugh. | | --Robert A. Heinlein | +--------------------------------------------------------+ Harris Cyclery, West Newton, Massachusetts Phone 617-244-9772 FAX 617-244-1041 http://harriscyclery.com Hard-to-find parts shipped Worldwide http://captainbike.com http://sheldonbrown.com |
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As I recall, there are different strengths of Loctite, one a
much-stronger "lock" than the other. Choose wisely. |
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Jeff Starr wrote:
How often do the metal SPD cleats wear out? I have a set, on my Champion Du Monde, but don't ride it enough to wear anything out. Many, many miles/years. |
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