[Harold]

Bear in mind that reduced "spin" probably correlates to a higher percentage of grease-fill

also often correlates with tighter seals.

 

[PuddleDuck]

also often correlates with tighter seals.

yes it does, I need a new brain!

So, reduced spin may be good. More grease and better sealing are likely to lead to a longer service life.

 

[mtnbikej]

I put 34k hard SS miles on my King BB....finally the bearings are starting to feel crunchy. I may send it back to King for new bearings.

 

[WHALENARD]

I think you got your money's worth. Don't be one of "those" guys.

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[EatsDirt]

I think you got your money's worth. Don't be one of "those" guys.

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Given that King offers service on their products it seems a little silly to just throw it away.

 

[fredcook]

I'm curious, what is the best bottom bracket brand/model you've used so far ?

I've never had a "bad" BB. None that have failed unexpectedly. To be honest, I've replaced most BB's only because I couldn't get them to stop creaking, versus because of excessive wear. But there has been one BB that I have to label best due to it's service life. I have a 2003 Fisher that had its BB replaced ~2 years ago for the first time. That bike was abused on a daily basis (I bought it new in '03) for over 10 years, has who knows how many 1,000's of miles on it, and never had its BB serviced. I replaced it because it started creaking. No bearing roughness, no play. It was (drum roll...) a Truvativ. Don't remember the model, but when I replaced it ~2 years ago, it was something like $15 US. Funny thing is, I've never considered a Truvativ for any other bike I've replaced a BB on. Not sure why not considering the success I had with the one Truvativ I've ridden.

 

[WHALENARD]

Given that King offers service on their products it seems a little silly to just throw it away.

Oops, I think I interpreted that in a different light than intended. I blame being tired and would like to rescind my post.

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[edubfromktown]

Wheels Manufacturing with angular bearings (internally threaded for retrofit in press fit BB’s) are the best for that asinine and crappy BB design.

I’ve crushed bearings in Shimano and SRAM PF’s within ~6 months.

Unless I service Chris King (external/threaded) BB’s every year or so, I’d crush those bearings as well.

Old SRAM external threaded BB’s are awesome as are square taper Shimano BB-UN-72 and Octalink V1. I’ve crushed Phil Wood (square taper) bearings too.



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[Cleared2land]

Fine Tuned Bottom Bracket

 

[J.B. Weld]

That or completely worn out bb

 

[Cleared2land]

^^^ Not worn out, but regularly serviced. In this case, I was striving for low coefficient of friction given we're experiencing ideal trail conditions where dust and water was a non-issue. Minimal Slick honey in bearings to reduce friction coupled with increased service intervals to ensure adequate lubrication. It's not a normally advised service unless you're willing to increase service intervals. BSA Wheels Manufacturing BB.

 

[Suns_PSD]

Hawk racing is proven to be a top 3 spinner and doesn't cost a ridiculous amount of money.
I bought mine with the HD seals.


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