Author Topic: Newb Headset question.... (Read 440 times)

Festerfly · « **on:** August 03, 2006, 12:04 PM »

If a frame starts with 1" threaded forks, can it easily be changed to the later 1 1/8" non threaded (i.e is it just a case of replacing the complete headset with cups aswell?)

Also, how do i tell if a frame is for which fork size as i have a spare frame which will take both sizes (the cups are still in the frame) obviously the larger threadless forks are a snug fit to start with...without bearings etc..

Sorry if its a stupid question....

harris · « **Reply #1 on:** August 03, 2006, 12:08 PM »

dont quote me on this 1" will only take 1" forks ..1 1/8 can take both styles of fork you need reducers to take head stock size down

Festerfly · « **Reply #2 on:** August 03, 2006, 12:12 PM »

so does that mean i can buy a 1" headset and fit one of the many forks i have lying around or do i just go an buy some bearings and reuse the exisiting cups? lol

i measured the inside of the cups (where the fork stem passes through and the diameter was 1.125"... but this is the same size as my 'haro' and that one has a 1" threaded fork.....

just wondering if i can get away with teh smaller forks as i can get DB threade headsets for £3.90 a set! and that would help! lol