Folks: I have removed several (many) bars from the stems on rebuilding or swap-out projects. As you know the clamp on the stem takes a "set" after the bolt is tightened to secure the bars. When the bolt is removed there is a bit of a relaxation, sometimes even enough to rotate the bars. But seldom open enough to remove the bars from the stem without scratching the bars. I have tried prying the opening with a large screwdriver, but seem only to bugger up the stem. Is there some method that safely opens the stem to have a smooth and safe removal of th bars??/ BT
Bruce Thomson Spokane WA 99204 (509) 747 4314 Masi3v4me@yahoo.com rapidfire10ring@hotmail.com
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