Headset options for a '72 Schwinn Sports Tourer

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06-03-08, 01:58 AM

barth-karl

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Headset options for a '72 Schwinn Sports Tourer

I have not yet gone to it with calipers.

I am wondering about stack issues, diameter issues with Schwinn's own dimensions. Has someone updated their headset on one of these?

Someone recommended https://cgi.ebay.com/Chris-King-Heads...2em118Q2el1247

Any ideas for options?

06-03-08, 03:21 AM

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B-K,

Not the best picture, but I bought this Chris King headset from Aspire Velotech, and it works perfectly in my '72 Super Sport. If I remember correctly, it is the grip nut version. I don't know what the difference is. I have original headsets if you are interested.

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06-03-08, 05:58 AM

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I had a machinist friend fabricate reducing bushings out of aluminum so now I can use any standard 1 inch headset.