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Offline Jim

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fork crown race not snug
« on: September 11, 2013, 06:17 PM »
ok so I replaced my copy landing gear with some stamped landing gear. the fork crown popped off the old forks with a wee bit of force but when I put it on the new forks its not a snug fit. I slipped the bearings on and rebuilt and it seems fine no wobbles? anyone has a similar issue or advice it would be gratefully received..... "help"

Offline Sid1972

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Re: fork crown race not snug
« Reply #1 on: September 11, 2013, 06:25 PM »
Often happens. Cut down a coke can and wrap a couple of centimeters round the base of the forks and tap the crown back on.

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Re: fork crown race not snug
« Reply #2 on: September 11, 2013, 06:39 PM »
I'll probably cut myself to ribbons but shall try cheers sid  :daumenhoch:

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Re: fork crown race not snug
« Reply #3 on: September 11, 2013, 06:43 PM »
If it fits ok, with no wobbles then you have no issues, if it slips a bit, do the can thing. I used to find that cheaper headsets were always a bit easier to fit the crown race on, but harder to get the cups in.

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Re: fork crown race not snug
« Reply #4 on: September 12, 2013, 09:38 AM »
yer there is a chance that the ring will just spin round the fork tube and dig in and cut it  :shocked:
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Re: fork crown race not snug
« Reply #5 on: September 12, 2013, 11:28 AM »
At least one of my bikes has a beer can shim on the fork race  :daumenhoch:

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Re: fork crown race not snug
« Reply #6 on: September 12, 2013, 06:11 PM »
All done no blood.....one snug race and one happy chappy  :slayer:

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