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Old 06-10-14 | 02:55 PM
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amgarcia
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Originally Posted by due ruote
Interesting. What size is the frame? How much insertion are you getting before it bottoms out? How far above the headset is the min insertion line?

I suppose the additional leverage of the technomic demands a deeper insertion. If you could figure out a safe ratio of insertion to exposed quill (which I suppose you can derive by measuring the stem you have), you could always cut the Technomic down slightly. I don't know if you'd have enough threading on the bolt that way, so you'd possibly need a different bolt, or a means of cutting more threads. Maybe more trouble than it's worth.
It is a 19 inch (48 cm) frame. I'll get you the relevant measurements when I get home from work (how much insertion, headset, etc).

Ideally, I wouldn't cut the Nitto stem simply because I can easily sell it if I'd like. If not, I'll just save it for a future build.
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