replacing forks

[young Ed]

so to replace my forks with a cheap set like these
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/700c-1-TH...sure_cycling_bikeparts_SR&hash=item2ecc533e09
the only requirement is the a get head set bearings that fit both the head stock tube on my bike and fit the forks? then from there i add my own bars to fit etc etc
Cheers Ed

 

[compo]

You also need to check the length of the steerer tube, the bit with the threaded portion on top. I assume you realise the difference between threaded forks and threadless ones that use an ahead headset.

 

[boydj]

In light of the above, probably better to go threadless, since a new headset is required anyway. Then the steerer length is less of a restriction.

 

[young Ed]

ah yes i roughly know the difference between a threaded and thread less headset.
Cheers Ed

 

[cyberknight]

Just buy a new bike, we all know these questions are a means to convince someone that it will be cheaper in the long run !

 

[young Ed]

Just buy a new bike, we all know these questions are a means to convince someone that it will be cheaper in the long run !

sorry not for me as this would be for the bike i plan to convert to single speed on the cheap so really just a little messing about project
Cheers Ed

 

[Globalti]

Ed, look here: http://www.carboncycles.cc/index.php?s=0&t=2&

These are good, I have some on my mountain bike and they ride super-smooth.

 

[young Ed]

would like something like
http://www.carboncycles.cc/index.php?s=0&t=2&c=75&p=787&
or
http://www.carboncycles.cc/index.php?s=0&t=2&c=82&p=901&
but i just can not afford!
Cheers Ed

 

[young Ed]

are the ones in the second link rigid or are they suspension?
Cheers Ed

 

[Dusty Bin]

They're rigid. What is wrong with the fork you already have?

 

[Cycleops]

The same thought occured to me, why do you need to replace?

 

[young Ed]

they are horrible cheap cr*p forks that are starting to rust
Cheers Ed

 

[Cycleops]

For seventeen quid your replacements might not be a lot better.

 

[young Ed]

they would at least be true rigids but fair play
Cheers Ed