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hwttdz
01-02-07, 11:25 AM
Are crown races generic, i.e. do I need to get one that matches my headset? And can I even get them through the mail or would my lbs have them? I hope and expect that they could order them.
Thanks a bunch

Phoible
01-02-07, 11:48 AM
You need a crown race that matches your headset. They aren't hard to find. You should be able to get one online, or your LBS should be able to order one for you.
San Rensho
01-02-07, 03:51 PM
If the crown race is bad, I would just get a complete headset. They run about what, $20-25+ for the whole thing.

probable556
01-02-07, 04:52 PM
If the crown race is bad, I would just get a complete headset. They run about what, $20-25+ for the whole thing.

I agree. Unless you have some extremely expensive headset currently...
HillRider
01-02-07, 04:59 PM
I agree. Unless you have some extremely expensive headset currently...

In that case, the maker (Cris King I presume) will be delighted to sell you the proper crown race.

And, to the OP: Yes crown races are specific to the make and model of headset. They are not generic.