Fixie Chainring bolts

tunney

I stuck a new chainring on my fixie and the bolts are about 0.5-1mm too long which means they creak like fvck. The chainring is a black spire 1/8".

Any suggestions on where I can get bolts that will fit properly?

kumate_champ07

tunney wrote: »

I stuck a new chainring on my fixie and the bolts are about 0.5-1mm too long which means they creak like fvck. The chainring is a black spire 1/8".

Any suggestions on where I can get bolts that will fit properly?

most bike shops dont seem to stock them. If they do they usually cost 10euro for a pack of 5. online the cheapest is 6euro per pack.
I use these
http://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/sp/road-track-bike/Chainsets-Spares-Stronglight-Chainwheel-Bolt-Nut-Set-5/STROCHSZ200

you could also use washers with the original bolts and a bit of loctite on the threads.

these might fit but you'll need to double check
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=15231
I'd recommend one of these too, they are handy when you go with the washer option
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=14305

kumate_champ07

If you need it asap Penny Farthing cycles in Dublin city have them in stock for 10euro

blorg

I had the same issue and was advised in my LBS to file them down. Found ones that fitted on another bike in the end.

LastGasp

I might have some to spare in the garage. I'll check.

LastGasp

Yep, have a pack of 5 if you want them. PM me name and address and I'll stick them in the post tomorrow, unless you're near Dundrum or Liffey Valley and prefer to collect. Cheers, LG