Originally Posted by
hamfoh
What's the best way to adjust the star nut placement? I want to cut some steerer tube, but my problem is the star nut is already installed. Can I go ahead and make the cut and then use the tool to further push it down or does it need to be removed, and if so, what's the best way to do this?
If you don't have a star nut install tool, you can just tap it down, either before or after making your cut depending on how much your removing. I used to do it with a wooden dowel that fit nicely inside the steerer or a long bolt with the same threading as the top cap bolt - just thread it into the starnut and lightly tap it with a hammer. Be careful not to tap it down too much and you'll be all set.