Originally Posted by
Ron Damon
Why do you need a new headset? Those brake levers are known for cracking, breaking if fastened too tight. Caveat emptor.
I'm with Grouch on the carbon bit.
From past experience, headset race on fork side , usually pressed fit or are very tight & difficult to remove and easily damaged. Bearings on my original headset are 12 years old. New headset for this project. Brake levers to be mounted on carbon fiber handlebars so that grip paste & TLC will used. Thanks for the heads up on the levers.