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I haven't taken off my front wheel in a bit, but today when I decided to take everything off, clean and install, my front hub/axle threads were stuck to my carbon fork (Leader l806); I literally had to bang the tire off the fork. When I inspected the inside of the drop outs a found a chip and grooves from the axle threads in the drop outs. My question is, should I be worried about critical failure or just let it be with some clear nail polish? Few friends suggest to just leave it, because there are no visible threads coming off the chip or grooves. Just want another opinion, thanks.

Without seeing it, it's hard to say for sure but I think you'll be ok.

Scrodzilla

06-23-12 11:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Nagrom_ (Post 14396841)

Should I get my BB shell and head tube refaced when installing the new headset and BB?

I'm sure some will argue with this but if you had it faced/chased the first time around, you should be alright.

Nagrom_

06-23-12 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Scrodzilla (Post 14397075)

I'm sure some will argue with this but if you had it faced/chased the first time around, you should be alright.

Stock kilo, its never been touched down there, other than greasing, and tightening.

Scrodzilla

06-23-12 11:14 PM

If you're cool with spending the money to have it done and plan on keeping it a while, have it done.

Nagrom_

06-23-12 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Scrodzilla (Post 14397093)

If you're cool with spending the money to have it done and plan on keeping it a while, have it done.

Can not doing it damage the bottom bracket?

Scrodzilla

06-23-12 11:29 PM

Over time, maybe.

Nagrom_

06-23-12 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Scrodzilla (Post 14397122)

Over time, maybe.

alright, thanks.

hamfoh

06-24-12 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Nagrom_ (Post 14396714)

also not scrod. 105's are nice. If you buy them, make an ebay account (if you dont have one), and get them there. There are several sellers that offer 105's, both black and silver, for $62 shipped from the US.

if you're a prime member you can get them on amazon for $59 w/2 day shipping

isn't the only difference between them and R540s ($40) a couple of grams?

track1

06-24-12 10:49 AM

[h=2]im 5'10 - 5'11......would a 57cm be a better fit or 55cm?[/h]

Nagrom_

06-24-12 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by hamfoh (Post 14397217)

if you're a prime member you can get them on amazon for $59 w/2 day shipping

isn't the only difference between them and R540s ($40) a couple of grams?

The 105's have a steel shoe plate. The R540's have a plastic one. Shimano considers both of the shoe plates a "consumable" part. The steel plate is never going anywhere. The plastic plate on the R540's doesn't last too long. The R540's are modeled after DA's, while the 105's look more like ultegras.

I mainly went with the 105's instead of the R540's because because of the steel shoe plate, and never having to worry about it. It was worth the $20. and they're shiny.

Xgecko

06-24-12 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by track1 (Post 14398229)

im 5'10 - 5'11......would a 57cm be a better fit or 55cm?

Not Scrod but it really depends run a fit on yourself

Scrodzilla

06-24-12 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by track1 (Post 14398229)

im 5'10 - 5'11......would a 57cm be a better fit or 55cm?

What the hell is wrong with you?

hj.paul7

06-24-12 05:11 PM

Weinmann Deep V or Velocity? You're reasons why would be swell too.

Mumonkan

06-24-12 05:17 PM

good sir, whats the threshhold of "unsafe" for the ratio of steer tube:empty space in the stem? the 722 headtube is longer so my steerer might some up short by about 15mm from my previous setup and i was thinking of testing it out with my current fork, but if thats too much i wont bother taking it all apart

i had asked this already but i think it got lost a couple pages ago, pls dont beat me.

Adrian_

06-24-12 05:27 PM

When I cut my steerer's the most empty space I leave is about 3-4 mm.

notscrod

Scrodzilla

06-24-12 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by hj.paul7 (Post 14399395)

Weinmann Deep V or Velocity? You're reasons why would be swell too.

Velocity. Quality is better and they're lighter.

hj.paul7

06-24-12 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Scrodzilla (Post 14399569)

Velocity. Quality is better and they're lighter.

There are tons of types of Velocity. Any recommendations? I use them for road.

Scrodzilla

06-24-12 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Mumonkan (Post 14399418)

I found your cleverly hidden text!

I typically cut the steerer to be level or slightly above the top of the stem stack and use a small spacer up top.

As Adrian said, 3-4mm is common. I would never want 15mm of empty space inside my stem clamp as that doesn't leave enough for the stem to grab on to.

Scrodzilla

06-24-12 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by hj.paul7 (Post 14399583)

There are tons of types of Velocity. Any recommendations? I use them for road.

If you're looking for a good strength/weight ratio, go with Fusions. If you're a weight weenie, go for Aeroheads and make sure they're built well.

nuhtowel

06-24-12 07:51 PM

Have you ever tried riding with a worn pair of V1 straps in flip flops? It feels very dangerous but amazingly comfy.

Also, have you ever just found a really good .gif and instantly searched SSFG because there is always bound to be a perfect place to use it?

Scrodzilla

06-24-12 08:09 PM

No and yes. Sometimes I'll find a gif and leave it open in a tab for days just waiting for the right time to drop it. :lol:

Dannihilator

06-24-12 08:11 PM

Have person tagging along with me that is a motocross and wants to start doing road rides for endurance. Should I make him suffer on the first ride?

nuhtowel

06-24-12 08:16 PM

I do it every time i find a really good one, theres always a thread that any .gif could be used

Scrodzilla

06-24-12 08:21 PM

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