Old 02-17-12 | 02:11 PM
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blcknspo0ln
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Bikes: 2009 Specialized Allez 105

carbon fork : expander plug install question

I try not to ask fredly questions, but I need some reassurance. I just installed a full carbon fork + FSA expander plug, but am still experiencing a rattle from the fork between the spacers.

Just so I have my install procedure correctly..
1) cut steerer
2) install crown race
3) install fork into frame
4) add spacers
5) hand tighten stem
6_ insert expander plug, torque inside bolt
7) add 5mm spacer
8) install top cap, torque
9) tighten stem

I then did more research and Specialized instructions specifically says that the there should not be a spacer between stem and top cap, but from the looks of it, the diameter of the topcap is smaller than the inside diameter of the stem (i.e., they wouldn't make contact).

thoughts?
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