Originally Posted by
hillzofvalp
Well if I'm looking to upgrade my fork down the road, I wouldn't want to put epoxy on it cause then it would be more difficult to sell. (unless re tapping it will be easy?). I did a couple searches and couldn't find that headset.. maybe I'll have to ask lbs. Do you think that a little blue thread lock will accomplish the same task as using the epoxy? or teflon tape?
Unfortunately things are usually relative. Since the upper threads will already be exposed, it would be a breeze to chase those threads and clean out anyhing in them if you had s die in that threadsize. If not - a wire brush would do the job but take a lot longer.
Resale on used forks isn`t just affected by condition - fit plays a critical role too. New forks are sold uncut. Used or even OM forks (sold as new but taken off new bikes) have been cut to fit a particular steering tube length. So your chances of selling this fork later are not only dependent on finding a buyer that likes the fork and condition, but also has a bike with a steering tube the same sie or smaller than yours.
I suggested filling the threads (inside the headset area only) to provide a smooth contact area for the tapered V-ring to use. Electrical tape or teflon tape will increase the diameter and still not provide the same thing. I might be being overly fussy - you can use your discretion on that one.
I have one of those Giant top locking nuts here on a machine. I`ll see about uploading a photo you can use as a reference.