Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 1,383
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From: Boulder, Colorado
Bikes: Cinelli Supercoursa 69, Ritchey Breakaway Cross, Mondonico Diamond Extra 05, Coors Light Greg Lemond (built by Scapin) 88, Scapin MTB, Stumpjumper 83, Specialized Stumpjumper M4, Lemond Poprad 2001
Go to your LBS. They have the proper tool so you won't butcher the part. They may see something that is clearly wrong with the headset inserts. Don't waste a lot of your time and energy. May cost you $25 to $35 at most.