Originally Posted by
tomato coupe
It’s not about making an argument against [epoxy-affixed compression plug], it’s simply questioning why go to the trouble when there are easier solutions.
I have one problem with any epoxy method: it's permanent.
I have an aversion to anything that can't be unbolted, removed, and replaced. Stuff happens.
Originally Posted by
base2
I had one of those [ultra-light compression plugs]. At recommended torque the steer tube bulged just enough that the stem wouldn't install with out extra, extra loosening the fixing bolts.
You can see that bulging of the steering tube with the more substantial compression plugs, too. Although it may seem that steering tubes are rigid, they are flexible. Everything flexes under load.