ukgoalie32
Dirt Disciple
Afternoon all,
I'll start off by apologising for what is probably an easy question for some people on here, but I'm abit of a newbie... weren't we all at some time!
I got the Peugeot racer in the attached pictures from a family member, and from searching some similar bikes on ebay I don't think it's particularly special however it does have a lot of sentimental value.
After riding the bike for the past year I've now decided to do a bit of a resto on it. However I've had some trouble with the bottom bracket which I hope you'll be able to help me with.
Prior to taking the bottom bracket out (in order to replace it) I had brought a "french threaded" velo orange bottom bracket as I had assumed that due to the bike being a Peugeot it was french threaded.
After taking out the bottom bracket I found that the right had cup of the BB is in fact a left hand thread, whilst the replacement velo orange bracket is a standard right hand thread.
So, rather than buying another bottom bracket, and potentially getting it wrong once again, I thought it best to ask for some advice.
Basically, I'm looking for a recommendation for a bottom bracket to replace the existing one. I'm looking to retain a classic look, and I am more than happy to buy second hand (ebay links are fine!).
I should note that the axle length is approx 120mm and the BB is a 68mm. Should any more information needed I will measure/take photo's where needed.
Looking to spend up to around £40 (ish).
Many thanks in advance for any help given...
I'll start off by apologising for what is probably an easy question for some people on here, but I'm abit of a newbie... weren't we all at some time!
I got the Peugeot racer in the attached pictures from a family member, and from searching some similar bikes on ebay I don't think it's particularly special however it does have a lot of sentimental value.
After riding the bike for the past year I've now decided to do a bit of a resto on it. However I've had some trouble with the bottom bracket which I hope you'll be able to help me with.
Prior to taking the bottom bracket out (in order to replace it) I had brought a "french threaded" velo orange bottom bracket as I had assumed that due to the bike being a Peugeot it was french threaded.
After taking out the bottom bracket I found that the right had cup of the BB is in fact a left hand thread, whilst the replacement velo orange bracket is a standard right hand thread.
So, rather than buying another bottom bracket, and potentially getting it wrong once again, I thought it best to ask for some advice.
Basically, I'm looking for a recommendation for a bottom bracket to replace the existing one. I'm looking to retain a classic look, and I am more than happy to buy second hand (ebay links are fine!).
I should note that the axle length is approx 120mm and the BB is a 68mm. Should any more information needed I will measure/take photo's where needed.
Looking to spend up to around £40 (ish).
Many thanks in advance for any help given...