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Old 03-26-12 | 03:15 PM
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HillRider
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Originally Posted by danec99
Is the star-fangled nut supposed to close the gap? Stem is loose. The S-FN began to extract as I tightened, maybe I need to reseat/replace?
Do you have a carbon steerer? If so you must NOT use a star nut, you MUST use an expander plug. If it's a steel or aluminum steerer the star nut is ok. Either the expander or the star nut must be a tight fit and must not move as the top bolt is tightened.
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