Headset

[Chappy]

Hi guys quick question for you

I am going to convert my 1" threaded forks and stem to a A head system using a converter do I still need a headset with this.


Thanks

Chappy

 

[Bigtwin]

I'm assuming you mean a "post" that sticks up from the steerer, onto which you clamp the threadless stem?

In which case you need all the stuff you currently have on there.

 

[peanut]

yes basically you just remove your quill stem and insert the converter and tighten it with about 2.5" left sticking out above your headset.
The converters come with a variety of shim sleeves so you can either clamp a 1" Ahead stem straight on or use the included shim and clamp a 1.1/8 Ahead stem on . A plastic plug to finish of the top and thats it.
Oh they are pretty heavy things swop the steel bolt for an alloy one from a quill stem amkes a big difference

 

[gbb]

Its worth saying at this point...try your LBS for one.
I paid £7 for mine after tentatively asking my LBS...'yeah, no problem, we've got one in a box somewhere'.
Same thing on ebay is usually £8 minimum..plus a couple of quid postage.

I always prefer to support my LBS wherever possible.