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Technical & Reference Section => Tech and Restoration => Topic started by: starockets on February 16, 2010, 11:11 PM

Title: Aero Reflex Headset
Post by: starockets on February 16, 2010, 11:11 PM: I have a problem with my headset on an aero reflex. Well the crown race to be more precise.
The headset I have bought for it is a yst beartrap type but the problem is that the fork crown race is too big.
I have temporarily shimmed it but there is still a bit of play.
Will I need a completely new headset or is there anywhere I can buy a replacement race.
Also is this a common thing or have I just bought the wrong headset for the bike.
Your help and recommendations will be much appreciated.
Title: Re: Aero Reflex Headset
Post by: Bob_Acid on February 17, 2010, 10:46 AM: Try your local bike shop for a race. I've used coke can as a shim before and rode on it for ages :daumenhoch:
Title: Re: Aero Reflex Headset
Post by: starockets on February 17, 2010, 11:10 AM: Tried a coke can which was still a bit sloppy so I "upgraded" to a bean can.
This is a bit better but I still have movement when you apply the brakes and push forwards and backwards.
I'll pop into the local shop and see what they suggest although I don't hold out much hope, they wouldn't re-thread my steel frame road bike BB because it would wear out their tap ???
Title: Re: Aero Reflex Headset
Post by: starockets on February 18, 2010, 02:44 PM: All sorted....took it to On 2 Wheels in Bourne End.
He dug out a box full of old races and found and fitted one for me, all F.O.C.
I couldn't be happier and he's a great bloke as well !!!
Title: Re: Aero Reflex Headset
Post by: HUTCHMAN on February 18, 2010, 06:21 PM: You local to Bourne End ,Starockets? I'm in Henley.
Title: Re: Aero Reflex Headset
Post by: starockets on February 19, 2010, 09:02 AM: I'm up on Fraggle Rock in Stokenchurch but work down in Marlow so matey's shop is dead easy for me at lunch.
To be fair so is RADBMX's shop up at cressex.
What's Henley like for old school builds ?
Title: Re: Aero Reflex Headset
Post by: HUTCHMAN on February 19, 2010, 09:17 AM: In the words of Harry Enfield..."only me".(as far as i know). Your not in the motor trade are you?
Title: Re: Aero Reflex Headset
Post by: starockets on February 19, 2010, 03:09 PM: Quote from: HUTCHMAN on February 19, 2010, 09:17 AM
In the words of Harry Enfield..."only me".(as far as i know). Your not in the motor trade are you?

??? I'm not in the motor trade.
Title: Re: Aero Reflex Headset
Post by: starockets on February 19, 2010, 03:24 PM: Quote from: Glen on February 19, 2010, 11:55 AM
Quote from: starockets on February 17, 2010, 11:10 AM
Tried a coke can which was still a bit sloppy so I "upgraded" to a bean can.

thats almost signature worthy! :LolLolLolLol:

That doesn't read very well now you've highlighted it on it's own. Glad I didn't mention lube in the same sentence.
Title: Re: Aero Reflex Headset
Post by: HUTCHMAN on February 19, 2010, 03:58 PM: Quote from: starockets on February 19, 2010, 03:09 PM
Quote from: HUTCHMAN on February 19, 2010, 09:17 AM
In the words of Harry Enfield..."only me".(as far as i know). Your not in the motor trade are you?

??? I'm not in the motor trade.

Sorry,only asked as i deal with a fair few garages in Marlow,would have been funny to find out i already knew you.
Title: Re: Aero Reflex Headset
Post by: starockets on February 19, 2010, 04:48 PM: Unfortunately I'm stuck in the wonderful of water treatment.
Oh for an outdoor job that pays well :'(