Clear, concise and very much appreciated. I'm a first time diy'er about to attempt servicing, overhauling and likely replacing the threaded headset(s) on a 1983 5-speed Jamis Boss Cruiser.
I haven't serviced or replaced my bearings in 17 years because I didn't know about them or how to do it. Thanks for the video. This makes it look really easy
Thank you for a competent, concise, well-edited video. Kinda reminds me of the "How Its Made" shows. Definitely with the pun at the end. You don't know how much better I feel about adjusting the headset. Thank you.
Nice explanation! I will use that toe strap trick! Never thought of that. Thanks. Usually when I rebuild old headsets I remove the bearing cages and fit in as many balls as possible. Better load bearing that way. If you ride in dirt or slop, make a ‘seal’ for bottom cup with a section of inner-tube stretched over it . When it gets old and falls off, then you know its time for an overhaul!
Just wanted to add to the chorus of "thank you's". Your videos are all fantastic.. they're so well detailed, shot, narrated, and edited. Also, looks like a nice collection of bikes you got there :)
Thanks for the video. Just did my threaded headset this afternoon. Mine looked great, even after 6 years of no servicing. I suspect the fender helped a lot.
You make easy things simpler. I honour you. I was googling for lubing a headset, guess what - Your video tutorial doesn't come up first. What's wrong with today's people? ;) But seriously, it is a good tut and sense of humour, too.
it helps immensley to anchor the fork one way or another before final locking! Common way is to hold front wheel between legs. IF you do not do this, the final adjustment will either frustrate you or be slightly off. a
What the minimum number of threads considered safe for engagement of the lock nut? I notice you had about 4 of them (so about 4mm of engagement) but still plenty left over -- enough to have removed a spacer, even, if you'd wanted.
the last thing you remove from your headset at 1:07 wont come of my bike because some of the threading seems to be further apart from the rest, is there a trick in getting it off
great video, however you should not use the front brake to check if the headset is tight, often times the brake pads can shift, causing you to think the headset is too loose. I always set bikes against a wall rocking the bike to check headset tightness.
If brakes are good this works, but I agree. I tried to track down headset play in the right wheel of a recumbent trike for days before I finally figured out that the slight rock and knock was actually the brake rotor moving slightly because the rotor bolts had come loose.
My wrist wrench is rusty and worn, but still functional. Crisp video. I prefer loose bearings in a threaded vintage headset. What influenced your decision to employ caged bearings?
A race press helps. I know some people use a hammer and punch, but I'm a believer in "the right tool for the job." If you know what you're doing, it is possible to construct your own tools.
It wouldnt be difficult to make a HS cup remover from a pipe if youre handy with a drill and hacksaw and plyers. Make one out of a thin wall steel tube. The Park tool is no more than $40.
Hi all, is it recommended to put a washer/seal between the crown race and bearings? I bought a loose headset and has one provided but do i need it? video suggests not. thanks
Some headsets will have more washers/spacers but, in my experience, I've not heard of a washer between the race and bearings, if I'm reading you correctly. After all, the bearings are made to "run" within the races.
Thanks for reply, I'm still unsure whether it is required or not, I have seen images on google where there is a seal between crown race and lower bearings. Perhaps its to prevent road gunk getting in there. I think I'm going to stick with it in there for now.
rusty bucket Sometimes theres a plastic ring that fill the gap. I have an old Sun tour grease guard HS that has rubber seals and zerks to pump in the grease!!
Can I ask a really stupid question? Is the threaded headset part of the frame? or can a bike with a threaded headset be converted to a threadless headset? Thanks for the video! :)
+Coco Mandrake Actually every headset is (if you watch for the measurements) interchangeable! Means you could also put a scooter fork or complete headset onto a 26" frame. - Just in case! :-)
Ive never once had to service a headset... those bearings barely get any wear at all, theyre not hubs..ive got a bike with 20,000 miles on it headset still buttery smooth with zero play... original cables on that bike as well..So now im curious as to why it would ever need to be done.
I wonder if anybody actually knows how to properly pack caged bearings these days. You don't just stick it in some grease, ideally you want to work the grease through it. The same way you'd pack a wheel bearing for a car.
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This video was great a couple years ago, when I needed it. And it's great now, when I forgot everything and needed it again.
That was really helpful. It's been years since I've had a threaded headset and it was nice to see it done on such clean bike- added aesthetic value.
Clear, concise and very much appreciated. I'm a first time diy'er about to attempt servicing, overhauling and likely replacing the threaded headset(s) on a 1983 5-speed Jamis Boss Cruiser.
I haven't serviced or replaced my bearings in 17 years because I didn't know about them or how to do it. Thanks for the video. This makes it look really easy
Thank you for a competent, concise, well-edited video.
Kinda reminds me of the "How Its Made" shows.
Definitely with the pun at the end.
You don't know how much better I feel about adjusting the headset.
Thank you.
I'm glad it helped. Apologies for the bad pun :)
Thanks for uploading this, have had to strip down one bike and fit new bearings to another this weekend. Really helped a lot.
Glad to help Scott Szajewski
Nice explanation! I will use that toe strap trick! Never thought of that. Thanks.
Usually when I rebuild old headsets I remove the bearing cages and fit in as many balls as possible. Better load bearing that way. If you ride in dirt or slop, make a ‘seal’ for bottom cup with a section of inner-tube stretched over it . When it gets old and falls off, then you know its time for an overhaul!
"I hope this video helped steer you in the right direction" LOL
Just wanted to add to the chorus of "thank you's". Your videos are all fantastic.. they're so well detailed, shot, narrated, and edited. Also, looks like a nice collection of bikes you got there :)
You are the man...I took one apart a few weeks ago, and forgot how it put it back together. Saved my day as well, thanks!
Well edited and clearly explained. Thanks for condensing this into a short video that's less than 5 minutes.
Thanks. It is indeed a topic that's hard to squeeze into a short video. Edit, edit, edit!
Thanks for the video. Just did my threaded headset this afternoon. Mine looked great, even after 6 years of no servicing. I suspect the fender helped a lot.
Fenders are good.
Well done. Super clear and nicely shot. Thanks!
clear and to the point without needless waffle. thankyou
Great explanation, very clear - saved this one and subscribed!
Very clear, step-by-step explanation. Thanks a lot!
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I thank you a lot!!! Your video is exactly what I was looking for!
It really did help me!
Absolutely wonderful. Thank you, sir.
This video is as informative and helpful as it is humorous! Thank you!
You are so welcome!
What a gorgeous bike! 😍
nice vid thanks :) Clearest voice ever.
Thanks!
Excelent, you just saved my day, and a lot of money !
You make easy things simpler. I honour you.
I was googling for lubing a headset, guess what - Your video tutorial doesn't come up first. What's wrong with today's people? ;)
But seriously, it is a good tut and sense of humour, too.
Thank you ... and glad you like bad puns! 😀
Thanks. This is really helpful and well explained.
Glad to hear it!
wonderful... amazing job on this Video!
Thanks SubculturalMoKa Glad you liked it.
Thanks @Peteworth.
Helps "steer" you in the right direction..... I see what you did there!
Well done. You're awesome.
exactly what I needed to see . . . cheers!
it helps immensley to anchor the fork one way or another before final locking! Common way is to hold front wheel between legs. IF you do not do this, the final adjustment will either frustrate you or be slightly off. a
Excellent tutorial, thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Oh ok thank you... you have saved me a lot of time :)
Thanks for that. Just my luck that I have 'something weird' (ie Shimano 600) on my vintage bike
Excellent video I’m gonna do mine
Great video, very helpful!
Thanks. Glad it helped.
What the minimum number of threads considered safe for engagement of the lock nut? I notice you had about 4 of them (so about 4mm of engagement) but still plenty left over -- enough to have removed a spacer, even, if you'd wanted.
Very clean job good good for us thank you M.
Thanks 👍
Can we use adjustable range instead of those specific tool ?
Fantastic video! Thanks a lot!
You're welcome.
Ah, yes, a high speed wrist drive! I need to get one of those! ;-)
Yes you do 😀
Very helpful, thanks.
can you adjust handle bar height on these kind of headsets
the last thing you remove from your headset at 1:07 wont come of my bike because some of the threading seems to be further apart from the rest, is there a trick in getting it off
Glad to help!
can I ask what if the headtube is too small like 3.4 inch
Glad it helped!
Well explained.
You get the cape now! :)
Great video, thanks.
Thank you!
Most have spacers in my experience. If the steerer has been cut short though, I suppose it's possible there will not be enough room.
what if the neck is too long and there are not enough spacers? how does that affect the weitghdistribution?
Thanks. Glad it helped.
do you need spacers for the nut lock to work? Because my bike only has a adjustable threaded top brace and the lock nut. no spacers wat so ever.
great video, however you should not use the front brake to check if the headset is tight, often times the brake pads can shift, causing you to think the headset is too loose. I always set bikes against a wall rocking the bike to check headset tightness.
If brakes are good this works, but I agree. I tried to track down headset play in the right wheel of a recumbent trike for days before I finally figured out that the slight rock and knock was actually the brake rotor moving slightly because the rotor bolts had come loose.
The wall trick is good. I just hold the HS cups to feel for play.
My wrist wrench is rusty and worn, but still functional. Crisp video. I prefer loose bearings in a threaded vintage headset. What influenced your decision to employ caged bearings?
That's what it had and that's what I stuck with, so to speak.
My pleasure.
I’m 5’8”, what size should I choose?
Yes, by simply loosening the binder bolt and raising the stem. Careful not to raise above minimum mark.
This helped me!
Glad to help
That intro music... I've heard it a million times before... GCN? Can't remember where!
Just a jingle from iMovie.
Ahh thanks!
Oh, I'll show you a power wrist!
Good job
Very useful
I want some of that grease
What kind of headset is that?
What about if I want to remove the bottom bearing cup?
Do I need a special tool for that?
A race press helps. I know some people use a hammer and punch, but I'm a believer in "the right tool for the job." If you know what you're doing, it is possible to construct your own tools.
It wouldnt be difficult to make a HS cup remover from a pipe if youre handy with a drill and hacksaw and plyers. Make one out of a thin wall steel tube. The Park tool is no more than $40.
Hi all, is it recommended to put a washer/seal between the crown race and bearings?
I bought a loose headset and has one provided but do i need it? video suggests not.
thanks
Some headsets will have more washers/spacers but, in my experience, I've not heard of a washer between the race and bearings, if I'm reading you correctly. After all, the bearings are made to "run" within the races.
Thanks for reply,
I'm still unsure whether it is required or not, I have seen images on google where there is a seal between crown race and lower bearings. Perhaps its to prevent road gunk getting in there. I think I'm going to stick with it in there for now.
rusty bucket Sometimes theres a plastic ring that fill the gap.
I have an old Sun tour grease guard HS that has rubber seals and zerks to pump in the grease!!
Cheers!
SOO MUCH. GREASE
Indeed, I was steered in the right direction.
Where i can get these special wranches?
Try Park Tool or your local bike shop.
Why does my 🚲 bike pool to the left and how do I fix that?
Hard to say ... bent frame, forks? Could be a lot of things. Recommend seeing your IBS.
Yes it is ! :-)
Can I ask a really stupid question? Is the threaded headset part of the frame? or can a bike with a threaded headset be converted to a threadless headset? Thanks for the video! :)
+Coco Mandrake Actually every headset is (if you watch for the measurements) interchangeable! Means you could also put a scooter fork or complete headset onto a 26" frame. - Just in case! :-)
+David Iliev : Gotcha! Thanks, David!
does anyone think that is a lot of grease?
Ive never once had to service a headset... those bearings barely get any wear at all, theyre not hubs..ive got a bike with 20,000 miles on it headset still buttery smooth with zero play... original cables on that bike as well..So now im curious as to why it would ever need to be done.
more grease!
Please tell me your are joking
Niiiiice
finally
Please comment on caged bearings (where you can see the balls) vs. sealed ones (where they're hidden from view).
should you grease the stem? I have heard mixed opinions. Unleash the forks!!!
Good technical vid but what a bad pun to end with. LoL
I'm the bad pun master.
Saving money is a good thing, yes? :-)
Unfortunately, they are not.
very nice, without shitty music
I wonder if anybody actually knows how to properly pack caged bearings these days. You don't just stick it in some grease, ideally you want to work the grease through it. The same way you'd pack a wheel bearing for a car.
High speed wrist drive hahhah
Shucks! Perhaps a minor deity.
Grease party anyone?
A dislike just for those puns
No customer service. Do not recommend
What do you mean?