Originally Posted by oldokie
Bottom line.....if I remove the top cap (while everything else is in good shape), do I risk any unseen missalignment before I reinstall it (no ride time while removed).
None whatsoever. You could ever remove the bolt and star nut if you're feeling particularly weight-weenie-ish.
Though you'll have a hell of a time servicing the headset in the field if you do that
