WHEELS MFG PEDAL WASHERS (PAIR)

The Wheels MFG Pedal Washers are a simple yet vital addition to any bicycle workshop or home mechanic's toolkit. Precision-stamped from premium-grade stainless steel, these washers are engineered to slide over standard 9/16-inch pedal spindles to protect your expensive crank arms from the intense torque generated while riding. When installing pedals directly against raw aluminum or carbon fiber cranks, the hard steel shoulder of the pedal can bite into the softer crank material, leading to gouging, structural score marks, and eventual creaking.

By creating a smooth, flat interface, these washers ensure uniform load distribution across the face of the crank arm threads. This completely eliminates annoying drivetrain ticks and creaks caused by metal-on-metal micro-movements under heavy load. Essential for protecting premium carbon cranksets, these washers also allow for precise adjustments to your stance width or shoe-to-crank clearance. Sold as a convenient pair, they are an inexpensive insurance policy to keep your crank threads pristine, whether you are building a high-end road racing machine or a rugged trail bike.

Key Features

• Premium Stainless Steel: Stamped from high-grade stainless steel to resist rust, corrosion, and crushing under heavy torque loads.

• Crank Arm Protection: Prevents the hard metal shoulders of your pedals from scoring, gouging, or damaging softer aluminum and carbon fiber cranks.

• Creak Elimination: Creates a perfectly flat interface that prevents micro-movements, silencing frustrating drivetrain ticks and clicks.

• Universal 9/16" Fit: Designed with a precise internal diameter to slide perfectly over all standard modern bicycle pedal spindles.

• Micro-Stance Adjustability: Can be used to subtly push your pedals outward, providing extra clearance for shoes that rub against the crank arms.

• Precise Load Distribution: Spreads clamping forces symmetrically across the crank arm face to safeguard the structural integrity of your threads.

Specifications

• Brand: Wheels Manufacturing (Wheels MFG)

• Product Type: Pedal Spindle Washers

• Material: Stainless Steel

• Internal Diameter: 14.5mm (Optimized for standard 9/16" x 20 TPI threads)

• Thickness: Approx. 1mm per washer

• Quantity: 1 Pair (2 Washers included)

• Compatibility: Suitable for carbon, alloy, and steel cranksets

• Weight: Less than 2g per pair

✅ Why This IS For You

• Carbon Crank Owners: An absolute necessity to prevent the sharp edges of your pedal spindles from grinding down and cracking the delicate carbon face around the thread insert.

• Mechanics Chasing Creaks: The perfect solution if you have a mysterious, annoying click every time you step down hard on your pedals during climbs.

• Riders with Wide Feet: Ideal if your cycling shoes or winter booties occasionally rub against the sides of your crank arms, as these provide a helpful millimeter of outward clearance.

• Frequent Pedal Swappers: Great if you regularly move your favorite pedals between training, racing, or indoor smart trainer setups, protecting the crank face from repeated wear.

❌ Why This May NOT Be For You

• Integrated Washer Pedals: If your specific pedals already feature an integrated, rotating, or built-in oversized shoulder flange, adding extra washers may be redundant.

• Riders Seeking Huge Q-Factor Gains: While these offer a tiny amount of clearance, riders needing to dramatically widen their stance by more than 10mm will require dedicated pedal extenders instead.

• Vintage French Thread Users: Designed strictly for standard modern 9/16-inch bicycle threads; they will not fit older, obscure vintage French pedal standards.

BFC Pro Tip

Whenever you install these washers, apply a light smear of high-pressure waterproof grease to both sides of the washer before sliding it over the pedal spindle. Sandwiching the grease between the crank arm, the washer, and the pedal shoulder creates an air-tight, hydrophobic seal. This completely locks out salt air, muddy water, and corrosive sweat, ensuring your pedals will break loose easily years down the track without seizing up or ruining your threads!