Folding Bikes - ChroMoly necessary for steerer tube?

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sahadev
12-15-07, 04:05 PM
I am rebuilding an R20. I have an RST suspension fork for it that came without a steerer tube. It looks like I will need a 21" (533mm) tube for this. I am sizing it basically to match the length of the steering column on my DT IX. Is ChroMoly really needed for this? I ask because a local supplier wants to charge me almost $10 per foot for it. How about mild steel? What else have you used for this purpose? Any suggestions?

Thanks...Paul