Headset Question
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Headset Question
Replaced a broken caged ball bearing headset with another similar type. There is a split plastic wedge type shim that seems to fit between the top bearing retainer and the steerer. It seems to center the bearing and without it there is a lot of play in the steerer. There are no instructions so I'm not sure the install is correct. Could use an illustration. Thanks for any insight.
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I'd say google the headset and check for an online manual. I had to do that...If not, someone more knowledgable will be here shortly to help you.
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It was unmarked and came with the bike to assemble. I initially used a different fork and headset but am now going back to the original. The way I have it setup, the stem bears directly on this plastic wedge shim not the top bearing retainer so even if I tighten the top cap it doesn't have much effect on bearing adjustment although there doesn't seem to be any play in the steerer.
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Your cog is slipping.
Some cheap headsets come with a plastic crown race, which is also split but a little bigger than the retaining ring that goes on top. If your crown race is metal and/or already installed on your fork, that little piece you're asking about goes above the top bearing.