Any significant differences between compression plugs?
03-19-08 | 12:48 PM
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Any significant differences between compression plugs?
Competitive Cyclist favors Problem Solvers. Other places I've read that FSA plugs work best. Is there really enough difference in compression plugs to matter?
03-19-08 | 01:04 PM
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Why do the call them compression plugs when the "plug" actually expands?
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03-19-08 | 01:06 PM
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03-19-08 | 01:08 PM
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Then why not call it a compression cap? Or an expansion plug?
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03-19-08 | 01:08 PM
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03-20-08 | 11:14 AM
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Not much. It's a simple design Weight is about the only difference. Some weigh over 50 grams. I use an Extralight Ultrastar from Fairwheel Bikes, 9 grams and works great.
03-20-08 | 12:53 PM
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As for function, all its got to do is 1) not damage the steerer, and 2) hold the stem down on the steerer, until you tighen the stem.
So I'd agree the lightest that works would be preferable.
03-20-08 | 01:05 PM
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How much does it weigh?
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Weight is also a consideration, if you're the type that is interested in that target. (I am, for one).
You can set the bearings with a regular compression plug, remove it and replace is with Tune "Gum Gum" and a custom top-cap of your choosing.
Tune "Gum Gum" is really good - and light. It won't damage the carbon steering tube and it's removable.
Extralight also makes a good rendition of their own, but it's damn pricey. It's the aforementioned "Ultrastar"
See the weightweenies forum for recommendations via a search.
Also, see what the options are at fairwheelbikes.com - that would give you a good measurement of the options available to you for light-weight parts.
You can set the bearings with a regular compression plug, remove it and replace is with Tune "Gum Gum" and a custom top-cap of your choosing.
Tune "Gum Gum" is really good - and light. It won't damage the carbon steering tube and it's removable.
Extralight also makes a good rendition of their own, but it's damn pricey. It's the aforementioned "Ultrastar"
See the weightweenies forum for recommendations via a search.
Also, see what the options are at fairwheelbikes.com - that would give you a good measurement of the options available to you for light-weight parts.
03-20-08 | 01:12 PM
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The no-name looking one that came with my frame was junk, and seized during installation. Upon closer inspection it really was junk. The threads were not cleanly machined. I replaced it with a wheels manufacturing compression plug, and ti installed fine. I hear the FSA ones are also pretty good.
03-20-08 | 01:49 PM
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The no-name looking one that came with my frame was junk, and seized during installation. Upon closer inspection it really was junk. The threads were not cleanly machined. I replaced it with a wheels manufacturing compression plug, and ti installed fine. I hear the FSA ones are also pretty good.
