Is it just a cheap headset?
04-01-13 | 06:16 PM
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Is it just a cheap headset?
Heh....
Took apart the headset/steerer on my Trek 7.2 fx hybrid.
I guess the headset bearings are more like bushings, ie they don't have any balls and are machined to just fit snugly, turn occasionally, and need regular grease.
Didn't know about that - the bike has performed fine for 3 solid years.
It's getting a new headset ASAP tho...
Is this common? I found nothing on Sheldon brown or Wikipedia
Zmant
Took apart the headset/steerer on my Trek 7.2 fx hybrid.
I guess the headset bearings are more like bushings, ie they don't have any balls and are machined to just fit snugly, turn occasionally, and need regular grease.
Didn't know about that - the bike has performed fine for 3 solid years.
It's getting a new headset ASAP tho...
Is this common? I found nothing on Sheldon brown or Wikipedia
Zmant
04-01-13 | 06:54 PM
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Yes, they're cartridge ball bearings, in a semi-integrated style. You replace the entire unit. If both elements of each bearing don't move against each other, it's possible that the bearing is seized because of rust.
BTW- it helps to read spec sheet
BTW- it helps to read spec sheet
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04-01-13 | 07:42 PM
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I appreciate the info
it will surprise me if there are balls in there
I will look it closely and get some photos when I replace it
all the correct spec info says about the headset on my 2010 bike is:
Headset 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset Slimstak
it will surprise me if there are balls in there
I will look it closely and get some photos when I replace it
all the correct spec info says about the headset on my 2010 bike is:
Headset 1 1/8" threadless Aheadset Slimstak
04-01-13 | 07:49 PM
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OK, i'm thinking April Fools.
then again, i've been thinking that all day, and have inadvertently P'd off a couple of people already.
no offense intended if the question is sincere, OP.
then again, i've been thinking that all day, and have inadvertently P'd off a couple of people already.
no offense intended if the question is sincere, OP.
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04-01-13 | 07:56 PM
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“One accurate measurement is worth a thousand expert opinions” - Adm Grace Murray Hopper - USN
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An ounce of diagnosis is worth a pound of cure.
Just because I'm tired of arguing, doesn't mean you're right.
“One accurate measurement is worth a thousand expert opinions” - Adm Grace Murray Hopper - USN
WARNING, I'm from New York. Thin skinned people should maintain safe distance.
04-12-13 | 09:38 AM
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Props to FB - i took the assembly apart and indeed it was as described - thanks!
Greased it all up, reassembled and i'm good to go.
I just bought a bottle of Chain-L as a way to say "thanks" too!
ZmanT
Greased it all up, reassembled and i'm good to go.
I just bought a bottle of Chain-L as a way to say "thanks" too!
ZmanT
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