Lightcarbon: LCR018-D (endurance all-road)

[mddobbs]

Can i ask a question as i just ordered mine LCR018-D.
Does BB come preinstalled in frame?
Cause it's basically only part i can't install myself.

I asked Wendy about the specific tool dimensions for my bottom bracket, and this was here response:

"Regarding the tool to install the T47 BB , a  16T wrench with a diameter of 49 or a 16T 49/50 socket will work."

I ordered the one linked below.  You will have plenty of time to receive  it, and it will likely be cheaper than paying a bike store to install yours.  I have my tool, still waiting for my bike frame.

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256811917091178.html?spm=a2g0o.order_list.order_list_main.35.3ba41802lrsTeJ&tblci=tbl9mWaEwADAEJ_bXhjnrq_i27ug_08gzZf75vwzKMD2bjihgbGcxNHMucwB&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa

[mingc]

You didn't say which bottom bracket you're getting from LC, but if it's the steel bearing Gineyea T-47 for 24mm axles, Wendy misinformed you as she did me. That BB requires a 52mm tool (with 16 notches). A tool for 50mm diameter BBs will not fit. Please see the attached, admittedly bad, picture. It delayed my build by a week and a half while I ordered and waited for the right sized tool.

I recommend the Heppe "retention" tool to keep the tool socket firm again the BB flange when you're turning the socket.
https://a.aliexpress.com/_mPWDOjN

[mddobbs]

You didn't say which bottom bracket you're getting from LC, but if it's the steel bearing Gineyea T-47 for 24mm axles, Wendy misinformed you as she did me. That BB requires a 52mm tool (with 16 notches). A tool for 50mm diameter BBs will not fit. Please see the attached, admittedly bad, picture. It delayed my build by a week and a half while I ordered and waited for the right sized tool.

I recommend the Heppe "retention" tool to keep the tool socket firm again the BB flange when you're turning the socket.
https://a.aliexpress.com/_mPWDOjN

Thanks for the heads up.  I did in fact order the Gineyea T-47 for 24mm axles, and an extra for SRAM DUB in case I want to go SRAM 1x.  However, my purchased crankset has a 24 mm axle.  I guess it's a good time to order a 52 mm version and retention tool.

[MarioCanario]

You didn't say which bottom bracket you're getting from LC, but if it's the steel bearing Gineyea T-47 for 24mm axles, Wendy misinformed you as she did me. That BB requires a 52mm tool (with 16 notches). A tool for 50mm diameter BBs will not fit. Please see the attached, admittedly bad, picture. It delayed my build by a week and a half while I ordered and waited for the right sized tool.

I recommend the Heppe "retention" tool to keep the tool socket firm again the BB flange when you're turning the socket.
https://a.aliexpress.com/_mPWDOjN

Sure about that? CEMA and Gineyea BB they provide are 49mm / 16t as stated by wendy. At least mine for original SRAM dub were. See pictures

I just mounted both the CEMA and a Gineyea recently. 52 mm is for SRAM BB, which i would recommend anyways over both of them.

Buy the tool in the pic below. Covers 3 standards for 14€

[mingc]

Sure about that?

Yes. Can you not see my attached picture? I assume you know how to read a vernier caliper. The unit marking is out of the frame but the marks are millimeters. To belabor the obvious, the Gineyea in my picture is different from the CEMA in yours.

[andrewbikes]

Yes. Can you not see my attached picture? I assume you know how to read a vernier caliper. The unit marking is out of the frame but the marks are millimeters. To belabor the obvious, the Gineyea in my picture is different from the CEMA in yours.

I have the same steel Gineyea 24mm axle BB from LC. I bought this 5 in 1 tool from ali and the 49mm 16 tooth option (FSA-386) of the tool fits perfectly on my BB shell and screws it in without issues.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005007635352794.html

[MarioCanario]

I have the same steel Gineyea 24mm axle BB from LC. I bought this 5 in 1 tool from ali and the 49mm 16 tooth option (FSA-386) of the tool fits perfectly on my BB shell and screws it in without issues.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005007635352794.html

exactly what i am saying. and this has been discussed before. See posts "Reply #535 & 536"
attached a drawing with measurements.

unless there are 2 versions of this thing floating around. @mddobbs, please report back on this if you would.

Yes. Can you not see my attached picture? I assume you know how to read a vernier caliper.

@mr. mingc: maybe (!) if you would take a picture where u measure the side closest to the cameras, wouldnt be off a couple millimeters and not use a 50 cent plastic vernier caliper -> i wouldn't dare correct your post.
btw. caliper shows 51,65mm and you have a considerable gap to the left.

[JensenMacD]

The final update I will give on the v3 cover unless an issue arises. 60km ride and drove 45 minutes each way with the bike bouncing/shaking on the bike rack. The lock did not move and no rattle I noticed from the cover. I would call this fixed. 100% recommend getting the v3 door if you have issues with your current.

[redpx]

The final update I will give on the v3 cover unless an issue arises. 60km ride and drove 45 minutes each way with the bike bouncing/shaking on the bike rack. The lock did not move and no rattle I noticed from the cover. I would call this fixed. 100% recommend getting the v3 door if you have issues with your current.

Jim told me today

„ now all storage cover are V3 versions after May“

so happy to hear that this problem is fixed

[pandaman]

Anyone ordered spares at a later date from their original bike order and what postage did you pay?

I thought it might be sensible to order another set of through axles and seatpost expander with them being custom and worried they may get lost or damaged in the future.

the cost of the parts themselves are quite reasonable (30USD in total) but the cost for postage to send them to the UK is $33USD! They will only send them via DPD express and I asked whether a cheaper slower option was available and was told this wasnt.

[Schneedolf]

48 dollar to mainland europe - seatpost and 2 trough axles

[bsharp77]

Anyone ordered spares at a later date from their original bike order and what postage did you pay?

I thought it might be sensible to order another set of through axles and seatpost expander with them being custom and worried they may get lost or damaged in the future.

the cost of the parts themselves are quite reasonable (30USD in total) but the cost for postage to send them to the UK is $33USD! They will only send them via DPD express and I asked whether a cheaper slower option was available and was told this wasnt.

Hi Pandaman,

I wouldn't mind picking up a set of thru axles as well - would be happy to split the cost with you (and cover the forwarding post to me).
Send me a message if you'd be interested!

[mingc]

exactly what i am saying. and this has been discussed before. See posts "Reply #535 & 536"
attached a drawing with measurements.

unless there are 2 versions of this thing floating around. @mddobbs, please report back on this if you would.

@mr. mingc: maybe (!) if you would take a picture where u measure the side closest to the cameras, wouldnt be off a couple millimeters and not use a 50 cent plastic vernier caliper -> i wouldn't dare correct your post.
btw. caliper shows 51,65mm and you have a considerable gap to the left.

I'll be glad to take donations to buy a genuine Mitutoyo. Perhaps I'll start a GoFundMe.

My Gineyea is installed and bike fully assembled. I posted a pic of the finished bike earlier in this thread. No more close up dimensional pictures! I do have an unused tool for a 50mm T-47.

It does not surprise me in the least that there is more than one version of the Gineyea. It is both a scourge and boon of Chinese manufacturing that specs can change overnight without notice.

[Valhalla]

'll be glad to take donations to buy a genuine Mitutoyo. Perhaps I'll start a GoFundMe.

My Gineyea is installed and bike fully assembled. I posted a pic of the finished bike earlier in this thread. No more close up dimensional pictures! I do have an unused tool for a 50mm T-47.

U just installed it with normal wrench on hand feel?
I did install BBs before on aluminium frames by feel but not carbon ones. Scared to make dent to frame.

[mingc]

No, I use torque wrenches religiously.