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10-11-15 | 06:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Bugstomper2000

I want to convert from my quill stem to a modern threadless. Would all I need be the following? Obviously, I'm excluding the stem itself.
Brand-X Quill Adaptor Alloy | Chain Reaction Cycles
M Part Splined Headset Spacer | Chain Reaction Cycles
would the spacers sit flush? Or would the stem be wider than the 1" spacers and would I need to buy a new top cap?

Just the adapter, skip the spacer.
I have done this on 2 of my vintage bikes.

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