Does this nut with the three indents need to come off in order to separate my fork? And if so is there a special tool?
by quastifarian
Does this nut with the three indents need to come off in order to separate my fork? And if so is there a special tool?
by quastifarian
8 Comments
Yes it does, and yes there is. My old Peugeot requires a specialty size of spanner wrench that most lbs don’t have for that headset race washer.
Edit: this site should be helpful – https://sheldonbrown.com/velos.html
Completely remove the nut you’re holding, then hold the fork and unscrew the nut underneath it, it has this thumb screw pattern, the fork will then come out. Mind the balls from the bearings that will fall everywhere
The un-special tool is a flathead screw driver and the ole’ hammer tippy tap.
Channel-lock pliers.
It needs a “C” spanner, but you’d better remove the stem before removing the fork.
The actual tool is a lock ring wrench and it’s not expensive and worthwhile if you’re working a lot on old bikes.
Altho a hammer and punch works in a pinch, I highly recommend investing in an appropriately sized adjustable hook spanner. One small tool will perfectly accommodate traditional notched headset, bottom bracket, and hub lockrings.
You need to remove the quill stem first….