I had an older Mercian where the slot in the steerer was actually cut through -- when I sent the frame and fork to Mercian for other repairs, I asked about repairing the fork They told me to actually not worry about it and the repair wasn't necessary -- as long as I wouldn't be tightening the stem quill in the threaded part (which you shouldn't do anyhow). Now, since yours is cracking and not actually cut, I wonder if that makes a difference -- since the crack might be inclined to keep spreading? I guess I'm not helping much.
Kyle Brooks Akron, OH
________________________________ From: "marcus.e.helman@saab.com" <marcus.e.helman@saab.com> To: classicrendezvous@bikelist.org Sent: Mon, May 24, 2010 9:07:04 AM Subject: [CR] cracked steerer: safe to ignore?
Part of the threaded section of the steerer tube of my early '60's Pogliaghi is cracked. The crack is vertical. It is in the slot that is machined into the steerer tube to accommodate the keyed washer in a headset. What should I do? I would like to ignore it, but I would also like to not have it break while I am going down a hill with a turn at the bottom
Best regards, Marcus Helman Royal Oak, MI
Nothing in this message is intended to constitute an electronic signature unless a specific statement to the contrary is included in this message.
Confidentiality Note: This message is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed. It may contain confidential and/or privileged material. Any review, transmission, dissemination or other use, or taking of any action in reliance upon this message by persons or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited and may be unlawful. If you received this message in error, please contact the sender and delete it from your computer.