Subject: Re: Creaks Posted by: Dave S on August 18, 2006 at 14:45:18: In Reply to: Creaks posted by Dave S on August 18, 2006 at 12:17:13:

Message: >I hate to ask since this topic has appeared many times before, but here it goes anyway.... >I have a creaking sound when pedaling hard, mostly when in the 6,7,8th gears, but not limited to these. My bike is a Cannondale R3000si, with Campy Chorus 10sp. The components have approximately 8,100 miles on them, so are relatively new. I have done the following >-removed bottom bracket, regreased, torqued to spec. >-removed chainrings, cleaned, torqued to spec. >-removed cassette, cleaned, torqued to spec. >-replaced chain. >-removed seatpost, cleaned, lubed. >-removed pedals, overhauled. >-installed rear wheel with appropriatly tight QR. >I am an experienced mechanic, but am at a loss on this one. Any suggestions are appreciated. It appears I have solved my own problem after overhauling the freehub mechanism. Fresh lubrication and proper tightening have made for a creak-free ride - at least for now. Thanks for looking at this post....