While overhauling a headset this afternoon I discovered three small cracks in the fork crown race. One of the cracks is fairly easy to spot and runs from the top of the race to the outer ridge; it does not extend into the lower area of the race. The other two are just beginning to form at the top of the race and are rather hard to spot (I couldn't find one of them a moment ago). The cracks are about 1 cm. apart.
My question: how dangerous/stupid would it be to simply repack and ride? BTW, this is a early 60s Magistroni headset with (I think) 26 loose balls per side.
If you have a race you would sell to me, please get in touch.
Thanks,
Ryan Hildebrand
Costa Mesa, California, USA