UPDATED MARCH 3RD, 2010
The 20-30nm torque level mentioned below in the original post are the upper limits. Our official recommended range is 15-30nm. We always recommend that you start at the botom end of the torque setting before moving higher. In most cases the range of 15-20nm will work just fine. If you are currently using a torque setting lower than this and having no problems, please continue using that torque setting. We apologize for any confusion we created. Set screw torque requirements vary drastically based upon rider weight, riding environment, eccentric bottom bracket, gearing set up, material interface, and a number of other issues. We also recommend using a medium strength threadlocker. Our current favorite is the Permatex gel.
After spending an afternoon testing the ideal range of set screw torque settings, with multiple wrenches and on multiple frames, we realized that the most recent batch of Hooligan and Dillinger frames had stickers dictating too low of a range. The acceptable torque range is ideally 20-30nm.
The final touches for the new frames are in and shipping will commence today. Pictured are the new custom EBBs for the Hero and Dillinger along with the new custom made Ti hardware for the Dillinger, Hero, and Hooligan. The bikes won’t hit the site for a few weeks, but we are offering an early promo discount through a one time email. If you want to be on the list just email us at web@ridesoul.com .
To go along with the new generation of Hooligan and Dillinger frames we created some new custom eccentric bottom brackets. These will be stock on the frame, but will also be available separately and will fit any 54.5 inner diameter shell.
We are working on a new 1 piece eccentric bottom bracket for the 3rd generation Dillinger frames and 4th generation Hooligan frames. We are simply machining out small circular relief sections while making sure to retain the durability and stiffness of the EBB. By not passing all the way through we block contaminants from entering the shell. This will reduce the weight of the EBB. We plan on anodizing the final version in at least one color offering. Companies like Phil Wood and Jones Bikes have taken this approach for years so we can’t honestly take any credit for this being an original idea. You have got to give credit where credit is due.
