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2007-12-04 11:50 AM
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In the description, they mention "hollow tech" and octalink" Those are your clues. You need this (or Ultegra similar) BB:

http://www.excelsports.com/new.asp?page=8&description=Dura%2DAce+Bo...

You MUST buy a Shimano one; that spline pattern is proprietary. Ritchey licensed it, but I think only for the cranks and they don't make a BB.

I think you might also find a 105 version, but those keywords will guide your search. Again 68x108 english size.

2007-12-04 12:20 PM
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pitt83 - 2007-12-04 11:50 AM In the description, they mention "hollow tech" and octalink" Those are your clues. You need this (or Ultegra similar) BB: http://www.excelsports.com/new.asp?page=8&description=Dura%2DAc... You MUST buy a Shimano one; that spline pattern is proprietary. Ritchey licensed it, but I think only for the cranks and they don't make a BB. I think you might also find a 105 version, but those keywords will guide your search. Again 68x108 english size.
Would this work?  I know yous said 68X108 but the link shows 68X109.  The one I attached is a BB-6500 that is 68X109.5. Not sure if the .5 is important.
2007-12-04 12:41 PM
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I would check the compatibility guides from shimano:

http://bike.shimano.com/publish/content/cycle/sac/us/en/technical_service/compatibility_charts/road_compatibility.html

They will tell you what parts go with what.  The BB spindle length is to maintain a good chainline.  A couple mm off is usually OK, but the exact matched BB is ideal.   

That ultegra 6500 crankset is only $69 from nashbar.  (They also have the 105 for $50) With shipping, the one on ebay won't be that much cheaper.  If you order from Nashbar, at least you can get some support and the ability to return/exchange it.   Nashbar could prob make sure you get the right size BB as well. 

Just a thought.  I know when I built my MTB, I ended up with a few wrong parts and it was nice to be able to exchange them. 

 

 

 

2007-12-04 12:53 PM
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tkbslc - 2007-12-04 12:41 PM

I would check the compatibility guides from shimano:

http://bike.shimano.com/publish/content/cycle/sac/us/en/technical_service/compatibility_charts/road_compatibility.html

They will tell you what parts go with what.  The BB spindle length is to maintain a good chainline.  A couple mm off is usually OK, but the exact matched BB is ideal.   

That ultegra 6500 crankset is only $69 from nashbar.  (They also have the 105 for $50) With shipping, the one on ebay won't be that much cheaper.  If you order from Nashbar, at least you can get some support and the ability to return/exchange it.   Nashbar could prob make sure you get the right size BB as well. 

Just a thought.  I know when I built my MTB, I ended up with a few wrong parts and it was nice to be able to exchange them. 

 

 

 

I am definately checking out nashbar as I go.  I did see the crank and it is about $15.00 more than ebay but I agree the ability to exchange.  The problem is they don't have the Bottom Bracket I need.  I looked on sheldon brown and it looks like I need a 68X109.5 BB based on the crank I want to get and I can get that for around $35 +- shipping.  How hard are cranks to install.  I am assuming I will need specials tools is that correct? 
2007-12-04 1:03 PM
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kproudfoot - 2007-12-04 11:53 AM
tkbslc - 2007-12-04 12:41 PM

I would check the compatibility guides from shimano:

http://bike.shimano.com/publish/content/cycle/sac/us/en/technical_service/compatibility_charts/road_compatibility.html

They will tell you what parts go with what.  The BB spindle length is to maintain a good chainline.  A couple mm off is usually OK, but the exact matched BB is ideal.   

That ultegra 6500 crankset is only $69 from nashbar.  (They also have the 105 for $50) With shipping, the one on ebay won't be that much cheaper.  If you order from Nashbar, at least you can get some support and the ability to return/exchange it.   Nashbar could prob make sure you get the right size BB as well. 

Just a thought.  I know when I built my MTB, I ended up with a few wrong parts and it was nice to be able to exchange them. 

 

 

 

I am definately checking out nashbar as I go.  I did see the crank and it is about $15.00 more than ebay but I agree the ability to exchange.  The problem is they don't have the Bottom Bracket I need.  I looked on sheldon brown and it looks like I need a 68X109.5 BB based on the crank I want to get and I can get that for around $35 +- shipping.  How hard are cranks to install.  I am assuming I will need specials tools is that correct? 

Jensonusa.com has the 105 crankset and BB for $55 and $35.  (I've been toying with bilding up a 9 speed Tri bike so I am having fun looking at 9 speed setups today )   Here's my cart, it should be a good start for you.  Hope the links work, but if not you can hunt down the parts on Jensonusa yourself.   You'l need a specific crank and BB tool, so plan on buying or borrowing those.

  

 DescriptionStock StatusPriceQtyItem Total
Shimano 105 FC-5502 Crankset
  Black, 175mm, 53/39T		Ships Today$55 $55 
Shimano 105 BB-5500 Bottom Bracket
  109.5mm, 68mm, English		Ships Today$35 $35 
Shimano SL-BS77 9-SPEED Bar End Shifters
  9SP, Works With Double/Triple		Ships Tomorrow$66.99 $66.99 
Tektro RX 4.1 Reverse Brake Levers
  RX 4.1 Reverse Brake Levers Black		Ships Today$23 $23 
Shimano 105 BR-5501 Brake
  Black Rear		Ships Today$26 $26 
Shimano 105 BR-5501 Brake
  Black Front		Ships Today$26 $26 

2007-12-04 1:39 PM
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tkbslc thanks for the info.  I will take the 105 into account but really the ultegra does not seem to be that much more expensive.

2007-12-04 2:49 PM
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kproudfoot - 2007-12-04 12:39 PM tkbslc thanks for the info.  I will take the 105 into account but really the ultegra does not seem to be that much more expensive.

It is not for 1 part, but when you times an extra 10-20 bucks by 10 parts you have an extra 100-$200.   I'm cheap, what can I say? 

 

 

2007-12-04 2:59 PM
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tkbslc - 2007-12-04 2:49 PM

kproudfoot - 2007-12-04 12:39 PM tkbslc thanks for the info.  I will take the 105 into account but really the ultegra does not seem to be that much more expensive.

It is not for 1 part, but when you times an extra 10-20 bucks by 10 parts you have an extra 100-$200.   I'm cheap, what can I say? 

 

 

I totally agree.  I actually looked at buying all the parts I need in either 105, ultegra and DA new and compared a few websites.  I found DA the highest obviously by far at around $1200, Ultegra around $600 and 105 at $400.  I am figuring this will be my first/last tri bike for a while so hopefully the better components will payoff in the long run.  At least that is my rational.  I am definately keeping an eye on some 105 parts especially if the ultegra go outside my budget.
2007-12-04 2:59 PM
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