http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ CityCyclingEdinburgh Forum » Tag: cartridge - Recent Topics en Wed, 13 May 2026 05:38:58 +0000 http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=14837#post-188861 Tue, 19 May 2015 16:01:43 +0000 mfcity 188861@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>Hi,<br /> I wanted to ask for advice from those of you more savvy and/or equipped than I am. I've got a roughly mid-80s Super Galaxy whose bottom bracket needs some attention. It makes a dull knock once per turn (more noticeably in certain gears), and generally doesn't feel very smooth, though there isn't loads of play yet. Having just watched a tutorial on swapping out an old c&amp;c bottom bracket for a cartridge type, I saw I don't have the tools for the job, although it would also take a couple of tools added to my box to check the state of the current BB (namely, pin spanner and lockring tool).<br /> So, basically, I wondered what your inclination would be for an old bike like this: switch to cartridge, or stick with cup and cone? I know there are Phil Wood BBs that can cost £75-£100, which is steep, and I'd prefer something durable and smooth that's less costly, if possible. I like the idea of being able adjust the original style of BB, but could also be persuaded than things have moved on in this area. I'd also consider just having the LBS handle this, though it would be cool to understand the process and relevant factors. Thanks for any feedback here. </p>