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Post by antvespa on Feb 26, 2018 21:50:04 GMT
Looking to replace the upper race on to the frame but it seems like its just impossible to get in. Any tips? Loads of Heat and a frozen race or is that a tool I need? insert code here |
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Post by mijapxman on Feb 27, 2018 14:27:15 GMT
Two options here Bud, first is heat and freeze, it may also need a bit of persuasion with a piece of wood and a hammer
same as with bearings, seals etc, try to keep the race square as your doing it.
Second, long threaded bar(B&Q?) through the bearing race and head stalk, Nut on each end, big washer/s or pieces of suitable metal ( or wood,maybe?)each end to push/pull, against the race at the top and head stalk at the bottom.
Heat and freeze here, as in option One, as required.
The above is assuming you have the correct race for the job, as can't remember if different sizes are used on different frames.😉
Mij☺
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Post by bryno on Feb 28, 2018 13:01:52 GMT
^ wood and hammer method for me.
Use a long piece up the fork tube from the bottom, few taps all round and it should move.
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Post by henri on Feb 28, 2018 16:50:43 GMT
as above , but 1st before fitting ya race i'd wiggle the steering lock into place .H
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Post by antvespa on Mar 1, 2018 15:14:56 GMT
I have the old one off so it's more about fitting a new one!
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Post by antvespa on Mar 1, 2018 15:15:39 GMT
as above , but 1st before fitting ya race i'd wiggle the steering lock into place . Why does this make a difference? the forks will be de-assembled for paint anyway |
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Post by henri on Mar 1, 2018 16:42:54 GMT
the steering lock is dropped thru the hole for top race an then secured in the hole below it in picture by a bevel nut around keyhole .its a lot easier with more finger room without race in place 1st . H
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Post by antvespa on Mar 2, 2018 17:31:35 GMT
ok sounds good, will give it a go this weekend if i can get out from this snow.
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