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Old 07-23-08 | 12:19 AM
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This may sound like a dumb question....

but do you need a stem in order to install the headset?
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Old 07-23-08 | 01:19 AM
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Threaded headset, no.
Threadless headset, no.......but you need the stem to keep the headset bearings under load.
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Old 07-23-08 | 05:41 AM
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You will however need the stem to cut your fork down for a threadless set-up. Or at the very least the total stack height of your stem would work i guess.
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Old 07-23-08 | 05:56 AM
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Yes, if the steertube is threadless.
 
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