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06-21-22, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by SoSmellyAir

This is timely advice as I soon need to cut a 400 mm CF seat post for a new build with a vintage (i.e., 2000) frame that has a horizontal top tube.

Eric F Andrew R Stewart HillRider delbiker1 Just buy two of these?

Everbilt 1/2 - 1-1/4 in. Stainless Steel Hose Clamp 6712595 (homedepot.com)

Other than sanding to deburr the new end, do I need to add some epoxy to prevent splintering in the future? Or would I end up supergluing the seat post in the frame?

I just use one, and pay attention to keeping the blade against the band. I have never dressed the cut end with anything, and haven't had an issue. Superglue would probably work (let it dry before you put the post in the frame). Clear nail polish would probably work, too.

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