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Old 01-01-19, 03:48 PM
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Originally Posted by eja_ bottecchia


I think he means that the stem is extended beyond its limit mark. There is usually a mark on the stem (same with the seatpost) indicating how far out (or high) it can be mounted.
I think that stem is before limit marks were mandated.
Unscrew the bolt 3-4 turns tap to release the wedge and remove, grease a smidge to prevent galling in the future, measure 50-55 mm up and consider that the minimum insertion into the steerer.
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These bring back memories, I had one back in 1975.
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Sure it's not 1875? 1975 feels that far back.
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