It's just the screw at the top of the headset that needs replaced, on a trek marlin 6 gen 2. I have an exact replacement, but I want to ask before I touch this lol. Any tips are appreciated!
by No_Arrival_9833
It's just the screw at the top of the headset that needs replaced, on a trek marlin 6 gen 2. I have an exact replacement, but I want to ask before I touch this lol. Any tips are appreciated!
by No_Arrival_9833
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That top screw sets the bearing preload in the headset, but only when the two lower bolts are undone. You can replace it without changing the bearing preload because the lower two bolts are tightened down. Go for it.
Best way to find out is to do it and if something does happen YouTube will explain it.
Yes easy to do have a look on amazon for a nice titanium one that won’t rust
Yes
https://preview.redd.it/8t8jxlmjs01f1.jpeg?width=3468&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d41f2c0c7ba3110e5e8c278242e4f1bac48dcc1f
Yes, I replaced my headset cap with a compass.
why does it need replacing? because of the surface rust? you could touch it up with some paint or find a rubber protector that fits.
and yes, those are generic metric screws (torx plus). just make sure the length is the same
yes as long as you dont loosen the two bolts attaching the stem to the fork steer tube. If you do loosen those you just have to rest the headset tension. using the bolt you wish to remove
Yes, just don’t tighten it too much. Stop as soon as you feel some resistance.
(if your steering has gone tight, you’ll know why)