Question about headset and fitting a fork
doublem_1
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I've have bought a frame to build up myself. I've bought a fork too. However I am new to this and confused about what I need to fit the fork. I'm not even sure whether I have a headset or not. I've taken some photos to demonstrate what I'm trying to say.
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You have cups. You have no bearings.I don't do smileys.
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Parktools0 -
I suggest you do some serious reading - 'Read this first' in my sig to see what you need.I don't do smileys.
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Parktools0 -
buy a new Aheadset. remove cups from frame. remove crown race from fork have new headset fitted. and new crown race fitted, assemble frame to fork."Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
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So something like this?
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... elID=90218
Several different types of crown. Bit confusing. I'll have a read of the park tools guide.0 -
no.doublem_1 wrote:So something like this?
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... elID=90218
Several different types of crown. Bit confusing. I'll have a read of the park tools guide.
you need a standard headset.
(SHIS) EC
the crown race is part of the headset."Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
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Nope
Like this if you want cheap
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Mode ... elID=19010
Like this if you want a real bargain
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/270979034382? ... 1438.l2649
Threadless 1 1/8"I don't do smileys.
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So if I buy the FSA orbit you linked to. Will I be able to retain the cups currently on the frame?0
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no.doublem_1 wrote:So if I buy the FSA orbit you linked to. Will I be able to retain the cups currently on the frame?
they look dead any way. and you will need to change the crown ace."Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
Parktools :?:SheldonBrown0 -
NopeI don't do smileys.
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Parktools0 -
OK. So that FSA orbit headset will include the cups as well? And the crown?0
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Everything you need. Have a look on Parktools and see what bits make up a headset.
Looks like you might need a few more crucial bits as well, wheels and things.I don't do smileys.
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Thanks! Hah yeah wheels are in the post as is a lot of other parts. Its just the headset business that I was confused about. Thanks for all your helps guys. Much appreciated.0
