Do NOT use the torque spec on the stem. Use the torque spec recommended by the fork manufacturer and if you cannot find that stop at 5 nm. Trust me on this, I broke a very expensive fork at 8 nm because I was using the spec shown on the stem. Some companies like Specialized recommend 5 nm for their carbon steer tubes.
Al
Last edited by Al1943; 10-22-07 at 09:15 AM.