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  • ...Is there a way of converting the crank without replacing the BB completely?
    No: the interfaces between the cranks and BB (ie "square taper" or "cottered") aren't interchangeable.

    However, square taper cranks and BB are cheap, plentiful and a useful upgrade over cottered ones.

    Just remember to match the front and rear chainlines.

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