Stem and shim height compatibility
04-15-18, 01:10 PM
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Stem and shim height compatibility
I'm replacing the stem on a 1" steer tube, so I need a stem shim. Can I safely use a 38mm shim with a 40mm stack height stem? If not, is there a reason why 40mm stem shims aren't available where 40mm stems are (online and multiple LBSs)?
04-15-18, 01:16 PM
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Yes, the 38 mm shim will be perfectly fine with the 40 mm stem clamp height. The minimal height difference will still assure the stem has both clamp bolts tightening on the shim.
04-16-18, 02:03 PM
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04-16-18, 02:27 PM
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BiFri?I got the stem from them, a 5cm 4 bolt faceplate
But Any Bike Shop can get them for you from their suppliers.. a common thing..
But Any Bike Shop can get them for you from their suppliers.. a common thing..
