headset bearing damage?

andyt363
andyt363 Posts: 19
edited August 2011 in MTB workshop & tech
hi can anybody tell me how i would know if i damaged my headset bearings by overtightening the top bolt on my stem? when i was lowering my stem height i overtightened the headset so that the bars were stiff to turn would this damage the bearings?

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  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,675
    can you adjust so it feels fine?

    Or........
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  • andyt363
    andyt363 Posts: 19
    yes it adjusted ok and feels fine at the moment
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    Then you've almost certainly caused no permanent damage.

    Simon
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • jon1993
    jon1993 Posts: 596
    If tou crushed them or damaged them you get a rough feeling when turning your bars if you.don't then your ok and haven't damaged them
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