One Bolt Threadless Stem
07-27-20, 12:38 PM
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One Bolt Threadless Stem
I was reading another thread and it mentioned no longer seeing one bolt threadless stems. I've never really given it any thought before, but I figured I'd ask if there is a reason to be concerned about safety. It is a steel stem and it is stays tight on the steerer when the bolt is loosened, I have to use a nickel and re-thread the bolt to spread it enough to move it, or adjust the headset pre-load.
Any thoughts?
John
Any thoughts?
John
07-27-20, 12:44 PM
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It compressed .. you figured out how to pry it open ,, what is your issue?
Salsa is now a brand bought by QBP , from the guy in California that made his own stuff..
Salsa is now a brand bought by QBP , from the guy in California that made his own stuff..
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Suppose if it was designed well, shouldn't be a problem. One bolt seat clamps seem to work, and they certainly have pressure put on them. Never saw a single bolt stem before the pic. Personally, I feel better about things using a 2 bolt stem tho.
07-27-20, 01:22 PM
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The ones involved in the Salsa recall were single bolt but the graphics looked some different. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/sa...to-fall-hazard
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The ones involved in the Salsa recall were single bolt but the graphics looked some different. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2011/sa...to-fall-hazard
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The OP's stem is quite similar to my custom Steelman stem, built in 2001 with a single bolt on both the steerer and bar clamp. Still going strong after 19+ years.
