Will non-integrated fork work on integrated headset?
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Will non-integrated fork work on integrated headset?
I already looked at the following forums thread:
https://bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=172580
But I didn't really see a good answer for this question. So...
I have an Easton EC70 (carbon steerer, totally unused and uncut) that I'd like to use on a new frame. The frame I'm considering has an integrated headset setup. Is it feasible to use the fork I already have on the integrated frameset, or should I get an integrated-ready fork with the new frame?
I'm not really worried about aesthetics - function is my concern.
https://bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=172580
But I didn't really see a good answer for this question. So...
I have an Easton EC70 (carbon steerer, totally unused and uncut) that I'd like to use on a new frame. The frame I'm considering has an integrated headset setup. Is it feasible to use the fork I already have on the integrated frameset, or should I get an integrated-ready fork with the new frame?
I'm not really worried about aesthetics - function is my concern.
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Originally Posted by songfta
I'm not really worried about aesthetics - function is my concern.
I use an integrated fork with a conventional headtube. This is not an uncommon setup. Conventional head tubed frames are sometimes sold with integrated forks. They match perfectly.
But you are looking to do just the opposite. Your setup will look fugly, but functional.
Last edited by roadfix; 06-03-07 at 03:45 PM.
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That's what I needed to know - thanks!
Any long-term concerns in terms of bearing maintenance, beyond the usual preventive stuff?
Any long-term concerns in terms of bearing maintenance, beyond the usual preventive stuff?
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Originally Posted by songfta
Any long-term concerns in terms of bearing maintenance, beyond the usual preventive stuff?