I acquired a 1950s?Holland frame,that I have been trying to find for many years,(sentimental reasons), from a fellow member, THANKS JOHN!? As?I always do, I?repacked the bottom bracket and the head set, NOW the headset was dry looked like the original grease! John (Sorry John)?said he was afraid of loosing the balls if he tried to repack himself. I would like to pass on a tip (YES I KNOW YOU KNEW THIS ALREADY)? Get a MAGNET! loosen the top lock nut, lift the head tube up to expose the bottom race, USE A BLOODY MAGNET to attached the balls to. NOW if it already had grease use you finger to pull the balls out. Do the same with the top race, NO loss of balls!? Cheers John Crump OldgoingbacktosleepBrit. Parker Co USA