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Technical & Reference Section => Tech and Restoration => Topic started by: Jazzchimp on January 07, 2006, 09:51 PM

Title: An alternative to smacking headsets into show bikes with a hammer (pics)
Post by: Jazzchimp on January 07, 2006, 09:51 PM

Came up with a solution today to fitting the old headsets to show bikes as a substitute for a headset press, which I don’t have.

I got a piece of all-thread, a block of wood for the bottom, a washer for the top (which just fits into the cup) and a socket.

Tightened up the nuts (no need to overtighten) and tapped the cup, then tightened and tapped and so on. Kept on till it was home. Popped in a treat and never touched the paint.

I was so chuffed with myself  :laugh:

Told you guys I was anal!!

(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/v636/Jazzchimp/100_1727.jpg)
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Title: Re: An alternative to smacking headsets into show bikes with a hammer (pics)
Post by: dordymush on January 07, 2006, 10:03 PM

where did you get the threaded bar from.

Title: Re: An alternative to smacking headsets into show bikes with a hammer (pics)
Post by: ORB on January 07, 2006, 10:08 PM

the threaded bar shop.

Title: Re: An alternative to smacking headsets into show bikes with a hammer (pics)
Post by: dordymush on January 07, 2006, 10:10 PM

you would think i would learn by now would'nt you  :crazy2:.

Title: Re: An alternative to smacking headsets into show bikes with a hammer (pics)
Post by: danny silverstreak on January 07, 2006, 10:12 PM

(http://www.radbmx.co.uk/archive/albums/v636/Jazzchimp/100_1727.jpg)



Theres you messing about with bmx bikes and there is a basket full of ironing to do there jazz :wtf: :LolLolLolLol:

Title: Re: An alternative to smacking headsets into show bikes with a hammer (pics)
Post by: stidds on January 07, 2006, 10:46 PM

I have been using this method for years Jazz, it is better than hitting it with a hammer though.

Title: Re: An alternative to smacking headsets into show bikes with a hammer (pics)
Post by: Bren Gunn on January 07, 2006, 11:45 PM

Builders merchant for the threaded bar... try Travis Perkins, they sold it when I worked for them last year ;)

Title: Re: An alternative to smacking headsets into show bikes with a hammer (pics)
Post by: dordymush on January 08, 2006, 12:04 AM

cheers bren a sencible answer for a change  :daumenhoch:

Title: Re: An alternative to smacking headsets into show bikes with a hammer (pics)
Post by: Nosnod on January 08, 2006, 08:58 AM

Loving that full padset.. is it a cal-lite?!!!  ; ;) ;D

Title: Re: An alternative to smacking headsets into show bikes with a hammer (pics)
Post by: danny silverstreak on January 08, 2006, 08:59 AM

 :LolLolLolLol:

Title: Re: An alternative to smacking headsets into show bikes with a hammer (pics)
Post by: Dingobmxer on January 08, 2006, 09:36 AM

Hmmmm black Ripper per chance???????????????????????
 :) DINGO :)

Title: Re: An alternative to smacking headsets into show bikes with a hammer (pics)
Post by: TwoBobRob on January 08, 2006, 05:37 PM

Threaded bar from any engineers supplies shop.  Another alternative is a 6" bench vice which you can use as a press. Just make sure jaw faces are fitted with some protection so as not to damage yer cups....

Personally,  I use a hydraulic press. Job's a good 'un  :daumenhoch:

Title: Re: An alternative to smacking headsets into show bikes with a hammer (pics)
Post by: Jazzchimp on January 08, 2006, 08:18 PM

Padding is another of my hot tips for maximum protection.

All-thread is available from most building merchants like Bren says.