[pcxmbfj]

Transition Covert 68x113 or 68x118 E specs

I was using a Truvativ 68/73x118mm ISIS bb in a 1X9 configuration while waiting for a King Earl XC 44/32/22 crankset. Had a Hone E-type fd to use with KE cranks.
Got KE and tried it on without Hone to verify chainline to find that the KE caught on a frame bolt, even when I moved both 68/73 spacers to the drive side.
Will using the Hone as a 3rd spacer drive side free the cranks to rotate?

I suspect need a 68x118mm bb but any experience outhere that might enable the 68/73bb to work?

Thanks!

 

[ultraNoob]

You may need the 118 spindle. I've had this problem when mounting a chainguide on my reign 3. The 113 spindle wasn't cutting it even with the included 2mm spacer + the ISCG adapter. The 118 solved the problem. Hope this helps. Good luck.

 

[pcxmbfj]

Thanks for the response.

I was using a 118mm axle.

Replaced with 113mm but as expected had same issue.

The bb were both 68/73 compatible as additional info.

 

[ultraNoob]

My bad, I mis-read your post. Got a pic of the problem?

 

[pcxmbfj]

Built now with a 68/73X113 Truvativ TeamSL bb and a Hussefelt crank 40/22. The 40t is a DH ring that I was running on the Husselfelt as a single. Shifting is iffy, only been on the stand, haven't been in the woods because of rain.

The new KE is on the reserve bench as Bontrager tech support could only suggest I talk with Transition Bike.

One of lifes minor challenges that can make us stronger.

Thanks for the input. Good to bounce ideas.

 

[pcxmbfj]

The build.

 

[HAB]

Weird. Give Transition a call, they're a super helpful bunch of guys.