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How To Size and Cut a Threadless Bicycle Fork
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A bicycle fork that isn't properly sized can cause problems and injuries. In this video, Calvin walks through the steps to properly size and cut a fork so that it's safe and engages properly.
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Video Contents:
00:00 Intro
00:25 Determining the Steering Column Length
03:09 Procedure - Measuring
05:06 Procedure - Cutting
08:15 Deburring
Find a text-based version of this procedure here: parktool.com/blog/repair-help
➤ Tools & materials used:
- Used For Sizing & Cutting -
• SAW-1 Hacksaw: parktool.com/en-us/product/hacksaw-saw-1
• CSB-1 Carbon Cutting Saw Blade: parktool.com/en-us/product/carbon-saw-blade-csb-1
• SG-6 Saw Guide: parktool.com/en-us/product/threadless-saw-guide-sg-6
• SG-7.2 Oversized Adjustable Saw Guide: parktool.com/en-us/product/oversized-adjustable-saw-guide-sg-7-2
• SG-8 Saw Guide for Carbon Fiber Forks: parktool.com/en-us/product/threadless-saw-guide-for-carbon-composite-forks-sg-8
• Marker
• Vice or Repair Stand: parktool.com/en-us/search
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- Used For Headset Assembly -
• THH-1 Sliding T-Handle Hex Wrench Set: parktool.com/en-us/product/sliding-t-handle-hex-wrench-set-thh-1
• HXS-3 Stubby Hex Wrench Set: parktool.com/en-us/product/stubby-hex-wrench-set-hxs-3
• ATD-1.2 Adjustable Torque Driver: parktool.com/en-us/product/adjustable-torque-driver-atd-1-2
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