Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)

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I'm still learning here.

When I was putting this together I thought the Force E1 1x13 system requires a DUB Wide crank (longer spindle) to achieve the required 47.5mm chainline and using spacers on both sides would work.   

I am now questioning this, thus my posting to the group.

I purchased the CEMA bearing because it seemed like a decent quality product for the price that LC was making them available.  I'm open to purchasing something else if that would work better.  I already have the tooling for installing the CEMA BB.

Ultimately wide is only 5mm longer, so 2.5mm per side. So do as you wish.
I personally hate spacers and try and reduce them being use anywhere on my bikes.

If you already have the tool, then it makes sense to use it.

[chaseme]

My Feb 11th order just arrived. Was about 1 week shipping time to Montreal, CA so pretty good. Box was beat to hell but the contents seem all good. I'm happy to report a VERY grippy treatment added to the seat post as mentioned a page ago in this thread.

[flix]

I just received the pictures of my frame this week.
Placed the order on 15.03 and shipment should be done today, haven't received the tracking number yet though.

[flax]

Nice finish! I also thought about choosing crystal for more than a second.
And I placed my order 4 days later, so the exiciement grows.
Nice name btw.

[weldi181]

Hello!

I should be receiving the tracking number for my frame soon, I'm planning to install a 105 Di2 groupset on it along with a Magene P515.

This is the first time I'll be building up a bike. I've bought everything I need, but I have one question I can't find the answer to: I've read/seen that sometimes spacers are required between the crankset and the bottom bracket, could you tell me whether the spacers are included with the LCR018-D frame kit?

Thank you

Hi!
I have issues with my Magene P515 and the lightcarbon bb. When installing the crankset first, i head a gap/play to the bb. I installed it with 1-1.5mm (not sure anymore) spacers afterwards and the play was gone. Everything ist tight and runs smooth.
But when going for my first ride, i noticed a creaking, rattling noise on the left side crank when applying higher power (>300W approx) to the left pedal.
Has anyone experience with Magene P515? could it be the BB of the left side is not installed perfectly or is it maybe the preload of the crank arm that is too tight or loose?

Thanks guys :-)

[alfiomotrambo]

Hi!
I have issues with my Magene P515 and the lightcarbon bb. When installing the crankset first, i head a gap/play to the bb. I installed it with 1-1.5mm (not sure anymore) spacers afterwards and the play was gone. Everything ist tight and runs smooth.
But when going for my first ride, i noticed a creaking, rattling noise on the left side crank when applying higher torque (>300NM approx) to the left pedal.
Has anyone experience with Magene P515? could it be the BB of the left side is not installed perfectly or is it maybe the preload of the crank arm that is too tight or loose?

Thanks guys :-)

I think 300NM is a bit too much I guess you meant 30NM hahaha

I know it's a fairly common problem, try following the instructions backwards and trying to install the crankset again. If there's excessive movement, it's never a good sign, and I don't think it's related to the BB.

Try asking Magene himself instead. If you email the seller, they'll get back to you without any problems https://it.aliexpress.com/item/1005005506880823.html

[weldi181]

I think 300NM is a bit too much I guess you meant 30NM hahaha

I know it's a fairly common problem, try following the instructions backwards and trying to install the crankset again. If there's excessive movement, it's never a good sign, and I don't think it's related to the BB.

Try asking Magene himself instead. If you email the seller, they'll get back to you without any problems https://it.aliexpress.com/item/1005005506880823.html

Haha ofc i meant >300W. Thanks for your reply!

[Picograms]

Hi!
I have issues with my Magene P515 and the lightcarbon bb. When installing the crankset first, i head a gap/play to the bb. I installed it with 1-1.5mm (not sure anymore) spacers afterwards and the play was gone. Everything ist tight and runs smooth.
But when going for my first ride, i noticed a creaking, rattling noise on the left side crank when applying higher power (>300W approx) to the left pedal.
Has anyone experience with Magene P515? could it be the BB of the left side is not installed perfectly or is it maybe the preload of the crank arm that is too tight or loose?

Thanks guys :-)

I have the same BB and crank setup. I can confirm you need the spacer.
No creaks for me, tho i 99% of the time ride at under 300W.

You could try to install the bb again and check the threads. Initially it should thread easy by hand.

[weldi181]

I have the same BB and crank setup. I can confirm you need the spacer.
No creaks for me, tho i 99% of the time ride at under 300W.

You could try to install the bb again and check the threads. Initially it should thread easy by hand.

OK thanks for your reply! Just to make sure, the spacers go on drivetrain side, correct?

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I'm not at home right now, if i remember correctly yes i put in on the drive side.

I'll check later and edit this post.

Edit: cant see it on the non-drive side so it has to be on the drive side.

[Kwerlo]

Ah, ok.
I ordered an inline and a -15, but I now know I won’t be using the -15 so it’s available.

On previous frames when I’ve encountered slipping, I just spray the lower of the seat post with a few coats of clear coat to evenly add some more thickness.

It usually improves the situation

Helpful tips deserve more praise. In that spirit, I'd like to say a huge thank you for the trick with the clear coat on the seatpost. I also applied several layers of clear coat, and the seatpost, which previously made a terrible creaking noise, is now quiet. I used this one... because I had it at home: https://www.bike-components.de/en/Spray-Bike/Frame-Builder-s-Transparent-Finish-p74147/?o=1000264114-clear-matte-400-ml

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Helpful tips deserve more praise. In that spirit, I'd like to say a huge thank you for the trick with the clear coat on the seatpost. I also applied several layers of clear coat, and the seatpost, which previously made a terrible creaking noise, is now quiet. I used this one... because I had it at home: https://www.bike-components.de/en/Spray-Bike/Frame-Builder-s-Transparent-Finish-p74147/?o=1000264114-clear-matte-400-ml

Great to know it helped you solve the problem.

[pschei]

Has anyone found a portable inflator that fits inside the storage compartment?

[farni]

Hey there! I am farni I am new here.

I already built a gravel bike from the LCG074-D and I loved the process.
I am now planning my endurance build and am currently hesitant about the sizing. I already gathered from this thread that many of you ignored the LC height/size recommandations and often sized one up.

My problem/question:
I followed the LC recommendation on the gravel frame with a 550 and it worked out fine. I could get a good fit and stack and reach are pretty much equal to what I was used to before from my current endurance bike.
On this one, my 183cm height and 87cm inseam suggests me 540. But when comparing my current geo with the one from the LCR018, I get good agreement with 580 - 2 sizes larger! Also in size recomandations from western bike brands I consistently land in the lower 58er range.

My current reasoning: I trust the stack/reach numbers I am confortable with right now, take the 580 and adjust with a slightly shorter stem if needed. I am only a bit afraid that it may just be too huge. What do you think?

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Hey there! I am farni I am new here.

I already built a gravel bike from the LCG074-D and I loved the process.
I am now planning my endurance build and am currently hesitant about the sizing. I already gathered from this thread that many of you ignored the LC height/size recommandations and often sized one up.

My problem/question:
I followed the LC recommendation on the gravel frame with a 550 and it worked out fine. I could get a good fit and stack and reach are pretty much equal to what I was used to before from my current endurance bike.
On this one, my 183cm height and 87cm inseam suggests me 540. But when comparing my current geo with the one from the LCR018, I get good agreement with 580 - 2 sizes larger! Also in size recomandations from western bike brands I consistently land in the lower 58er range.

My current reasoning: I trust the stack/reach numbers I am confortable with right now, take the 580 and adjust with a slightly shorter stem if needed. I am only a bit afraid that it may just be too huge. What do you think?

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