RossTopher Posted April 29, 2022 Share I need to move my pedals out slightly, so was on the hunt for washers. i believe the pedal axle (including thread) is about 14.2mm. so would need a 14.5-15mm internal diameter. I finally found M14 washers in a 3mm width, but need to bore them out slightly to get them over the thread. it seems M15 is non-existent and 16mm is way too loose. can anyone recommend a place in the CT northern suburbs who could help, or if i should rather get some laser cut? thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zebra Posted April 29, 2022 Share Not sure you need these, but living in the States, I used ‘Kneesavers’ to get a better Q-angle space on an unusual recumbent bike I was riding, but PLENTY of big guys/bigger hips/wider stance fitted Kneesavers fora more practical / comfortable pedalling action…. imay even have a set somewhere, unsure! https://www.google.co.za/search?q=kneesavers+Q-angle+pedal&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-za&client=safari Cheers Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne pudding Mol Posted April 29, 2022 Share 8 hours ago, RossTopher said: I need to move my pedals out slightly, so was on the hunt for washers. i believe the pedal axle (including thread) is about 14.2mm. so would need a 14.5-15mm internal diameter. I finally found M14 washers in a 3mm width, but need to bore them out slightly to get them over the thread. it seems M15 is non-existent and 16mm is way too loose. can anyone recommend a place in the CT northern suburbs who could help, or if i should rather get some laser cut? thanks My bike shop just gave me a few actual pedal washers from the mechanics drawer - ask yours because it seemed like it was a common item - 3 little spacers each side and problem solved in my case Me rida my bicycle 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me rida my bicycle Posted April 29, 2022 Share 8 hours ago, RossTopher said: I need to move my pedals out slightly, so was on the hunt for washers. i believe the pedal axle (including thread) is about 14.2mm. so would need a 14.5-15mm internal diameter. I finally found M14 washers in a 3mm width, but need to bore them out slightly to get them over the thread. it seems M15 is non-existent and 16mm is way too loose. can anyone recommend a place in the CT northern suburbs who could help, or if i should rather get some laser cut? thanks If you don't find some at your local bike shop you can bring it to my workshop in Brackenfell sure I'll have a drill bit 14.5mm. You won't find a 15mm washer as it's not a standard size. PS. It's going to be hell of expensive washers if you have it Lazer cut. Edited April 29, 2022 by Me rida my bicycle Wayne pudding Mol 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brakepad Posted April 30, 2022 Share if you go with 3mm spacers just make sure you have enough thread left in the crank arm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RossTopher Posted April 30, 2022 Share thanks all for the info. i feel so dof, i never even considered a bike shop. at the fit, i was told to get 2.5mm from a hardware store and try 1, then 2 for the ideal fit. so was fixated on getting from a hardware store. managed to get a 14 today, and learned that if you get 2 from a shop, they are free. if you ask for 10, you pay R75 added a couple to each bike and at least the look axles have a bit more thread than shimano (or so i have read). should keep my heels from the stays. @Zebra i have been looking at those for a while. they could well be a long term solution on the road bike, so will see what the Fitter says on follow up and may give you a shout if yours turn up. there are some on https://gpm-sports.co.za/cube/bikefit-pedal-spacer-20mm-solid-pair.html, they're just helluva pricey. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zebra Posted April 30, 2022 Share 32 minutes ago, RossTopher said: thanks all for the info. i feel so dof, i never even considered a bike shop. at the fit, i was told to get 2.5mm from a hardware store and try 1, then 2 for the ideal fit. so was fixated on getting from a hardware store. managed to get a 14 today, and learned that if you get 2 from a shop, they are free. if you ask for 10, you pay R75 added a couple to each bike and at least the look axles have a bit more thread than shimano (or so i have read). should keep my heels from the stays. @Zebra i have been looking at those for a while. they could well be a long term solution on the road bike, so will see what the Fitter says on follow up and may give you a shout if yours turn up. there are some on https://gpm-sports.co.za/cube/bikefit-pedal-spacer-20mm-solid-pair.html, they're just helluva pricey. Yes, not inexpensive, but I remember paying like $40 15 years ago - they were pricey even then, b-u-t solved a problem, elegantly, quickly and reversibly! Cheers Chris RossTopher 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomik Posted April 30, 2022 Share They may be expensive but will save you plenty in physio bills!! I changed saddles and cranks on all my bikes. Am quite a bit poorer, but far happier on the bike/s. RossTopher and Zebra 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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