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Adjusting & Troubleshooting Threaded Headsets
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In this video we'll walk through the process of adjusting a threaded headset that is too loose or too tight. We'll also troubleshoot a variety of common issues that can occur with threaded headsets. Whether your headset just needs a quick adjustment, or is worn to the point of replacement, our guide to Threaded Headsets will point you in the right direction.
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Video Contents:
00:00 Intro
00:33 Is Your Headset Threaded?
01:50 Diagnosing the Issue
03:33 Adjustment Procedure
04:17 Adjustment Procedure: Too Loose
05:12 Adjustment Procedure: Too Tight
06:26 Troubleshooting Threaded Issues
06:50 Troubleshooting: Not Locking
08:12 Troubleshooting: Still has Play
10:14 Troubleshooting: Loose Press Fit
10:43 Troubleshooting: Worn Surfaces
Find a text-based version of this procedure here: parktool.com/blog/repair-help
➤ Tools & materials used:
• HCW-15 Headset Wrench: parktool.com/en-us/product/headset-wrench-hcw-15
• PAW-12 12-Inch Adjustable Wrench: parktool.com/en-us/product/adjustable-wrench-paw-12
• UP-SET Utility Pick Set: parktool.com/en-us/product/utility-pick-set-up-set
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