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Old May 25, 2015 | 11:31 AM
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My stand got a little crooked over the weekend... It doesn't touch the bike when up and I can still access it easily with my foot.

Will the metal break if I try to straighten it out?

 
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Old May 25, 2015 | 11:46 AM
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It is definitely weakened by the cold-working of the bend. If it doesn't break, it will be close to it.

You can get a new one from Evay or Amazon for cheap.
 
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Old May 25, 2015 | 11:49 AM
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Heat it with a torch and you might get away with it.
 
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Old May 25, 2015 | 12:00 PM
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The real is question is what is the cost of repairs and replacement parts should it break and gravity do its thing verses the cost of a replacement stand

I'm curious, how did you tweak it?
 
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Old May 25, 2015 | 02:57 PM
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Stop spinning the bike on its stand... lol...

Just get a new one
 
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Old May 25, 2015 | 08:16 PM
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Thanks for the info. I guess I won't try it and order a new part. If I try it and it breaks, I'll have to lean over to drop it with my hand for a few days, while I order the part.

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I'm curious, how did you tweak it?
It was on a lift and it tipped over. Luckily it fell on the grass, that's the only damage...
 
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