I know another "clicking noise" thread

[bianchi1]

This might seem a long shot but I once had a 'click while peddling' that was caused by an over tight bottle cage bolt. Drove me crazy for months. When I loosened it there was a loud click..then problem solved.

Worth a shot.

 

[ianrauk]

Nope just loose.

However although that was obviously a problem, fixing it hasn't fixed the clicking. Running out of ideas now.

What are pinch bolts? The ones I replaced are the ones that bind the chain rings to the crankarm

Try a spacer...

 

[smokeysmoo]

Loads of ideas to go through HERE

 

[martint235]

Try a spacer...

A spacer wouldn't explain a problem that hasn't been there for years and is now suddenly there. But thanks for your help!!

Right I've now cleaned the front stem plate. I also managed to get a few more turns out of a couple of the chainring bolts (I'm always scared of breaking them!!!). Unfortunately I'm now at the stage where I daren't take it out as if it still clicks I'll be gutted. I'll now wait till Monday morning. Anyway work beckons!!

 

[Flying Dodo]

Nope just loose.

However although that was obviously a problem, fixing it hasn't fixed the clicking. Running out of ideas now.

What are pinch bolts? The ones I replaced are the ones that bind the chain rings to the crankarm

I mean the bolts that hold the crankarm onto the axle. See the first photo of this explanation. Although as I said above, it's only applicable if you have Hollowtech II.

 

[martint235]

I mean the bolts that hold the crankarm onto the axle. See the first photo of this explanation. Although as I said above, it's only applicable if you have Hollowtech II.

Yep it is Hollowtech 2 and I've removed them when I took the crank apart. All looked ok. Will see what happens on Monday.
:-)

 

[rusty bearing]

Often have this problem through our workshop! People will swear it is bb/crank/pedal problem. More often than not it is cured by removing the front plate stem bolts. cleaning the crap out, grease them, refit and torque up. I know it sounds unlikely and many customers don't believe me but when you are rding you are actually pulling on the bars a lot.

The important bit here is the grease on the bolts as it's them wot cause the creak/click noise. Anyway lets hope you've got it this time....

 

[martint235]

Right. New bike time.

Anyone want to buy a Giant SCR A1 in XL with a clicking noise on the drivetrain? £200 ono

 

[ianrauk]

Right. New bike time.

Anyone want to buy a Giant SCR A1 in XL with a clicking noise on the drivetrain? £200 ono

Fit a spacer...

 

[martint235]

Fit a spacer...

Did that. Just to prove that it wouldn't make a difference. It didn't. Next.

 

[ianrauk]

The dérailleur cable hitting the crank per revolution?

 

[martint235]

The dérailleur cable hitting the crank per revolution?

Nope double triple checked that. It's actually bent out of the way behind the water bottle

 

[martint235]

[QUOTE 2559827, member: 259"]This may sound like a silly question, but have you tried wearing a different pair of shoes?[/quote]
At the moment nothing is a silly question. No I haven't but I have ridden a different bike with the same shoes and no issue.

 

[GrumpyGregry]

GT 85 or a teflon dry lube on the cleat mechanism make any difference?
Are the pedal threads greased and torqued?

 

[martint235]

GT 85 or a teflon dry lube on the cleat mechanism make any difference?
Are the pedal threads greased and torqued?

Pedal threads were regreased after I'd tried different pedals on it

If I can be convinced the Merlin Single Malt will fit me, the Giant is being retired.