Introduction
How to install and remove direct mount rings or spiders on Gen 4 XCX Race and Gen 2 Cranks which do not use adjustable chainline spacers like Gen 3 and Gen 4 TRS and LG1 cranks.
Tools
Parts
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Insert the spider lockring tool into a vise
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Be sure the vise will accommodate the spindle
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Insert the spindle and lockring into the tool
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Press down on the driveside arm and spindle assembly to ensure that is does not slip in the tool
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Turn the crank counter-clockwise (as seen from above) too loosen the lockring
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Be careful not to injury yourself on the sharp chainring teeth
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I can be helpful to bump the arm loose rather than just applying steady pressure
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Once the lockring is loose, unthread it completely
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Remove the spider or integrated ring from the splines
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The spider or ring will fit snuggly on the crank arm splines, it can be helpful to rock it in order to free it from the arm
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Do not use a hammer to remove the spider or integrated ring
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Thoroughly clean the splines on both the spider and arm
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Clean the lockring
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Lightly grease the splines on both the spider and the arm
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Install the spider or integrated ring on the arm
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Be sure to clock the spider properly such that the rings will line up in the right place
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Press firmly to seat the splines
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Since you will not be able to use a torque wrench, follow the procedure below to ensure proper torque
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Lightly grease lockring threads
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Install lockring
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Put lockring and crank back into lockring tool in vise
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Turn lockring until it begins to tighten on the spider face
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Turn crank (or lockring) 90 degrees from touching the spider face to reach proper torque spec (approximately 30Nm)
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Turn crank clockwise (as seen from top) to tighten
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Thanks for reading, now get out there and ride!
Thanks for reading, now get out there and ride!