Re: [CR]lockring orientation

(Example: Framebuilding:Brazing Technique)

From: "Pete Geurds" <raleighpro@dejazzd.com>
To: <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
References: <20050327132619.25869.qmail@web81401.mail.yahoo.com>
Subject: Re: [CR]lockring orientation
Date: Sun, 27 Mar 2005 08:59:28 -0500
reply-type=original
cc: mhoffman0@snet.net

From: "MARK" <mhoffman0@snet.net>
> I'm building up a bike that's using Brampton BB cups.
> The fixed cup has two polished annular rings, with a mat-finished area
> between them that has "Brampton" and "Made in England" on the outside.
> The lockring has this on one side, and a plain surface on the other.
> At first I was going to install the lockring so the printed side would
> face out, like the fixed cup. However, the 10-tooth outer notches have a
> bevel that would then slant outwards, which looks wrong.
> Anyone have experience with this, or any humble opinions?
> Photo at:
> http://client.webshots.com/photo/306068725/306068725QehkUK

Mark, I usually assume the manufacturer intended for their name to be visible. I also look for marks (scratches, minor galling, etc) on mating parts to see which side was "down". If both sides seem the same then shiniest faces out! ; )

Pete Geurds
Douglassville, Pa