Singlespeed & Fixed Gear - headset measuring?

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theodus

03-17-08, 11:16 AM

When measuring for a new headset, do I measure the diamiter from the frame or from my existing headset?
Looking at getting a Chris King and they have three different sizes ...

Thanks,

Oh No

03-17-08, 11:20 AM

get the biggest one and whack it in with a hammer

your welcome,

lhcommons

03-17-08, 11:23 AM

get the biggest one and whack it in with a hammer

your welcome,

Sometimes we are helpful.

Sometimes we are funny.

Sometimes both.

But not always.

lhcommons

03-17-08, 11:24 AM

get the biggest one and whack it in with a hammer

your welcome,

But to helpful, you get the biggest size, and then use a headset press to squeeze it in.
Buy a spare headset, too.

Oh No

03-17-08, 11:25 AM

Sometimes we are helpful.

Sometimes we are funny.

Sometimes both.

But not always.

whatever you say gramps

Aeroplane

03-17-08, 11:46 AM

Measure the outside diameter of your fork steerer.

theodus

03-17-08, 11:59 AM

thank you