Headset, Fork, And Stem Assembly - Specialized EPIC WC 2023 User Manual

8. HEADSET, FORK, AND STEM ASSEMBLY

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C
A
B
„ Install the fork crown race (A) onto the fork steerer tube (B) and make
sure it's fully seated on the fork crown.
Apply grease to and install the lower bearing (C) into the bottom of the
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head tube (D), then install the fork steerer tube with the fork crown
race into the head tube.
„ Grease all of the surfaces of the compression ring (D), then slide it into
place. Make sure to wipe off any excess grease on the steerer tube
before installing the steerer tube clamp.
„ Install the steerer tube clamp (E). You will tighten it later in the
assembly process. Make sure there is no grease on the inside of the
steerer tube.
Slide on the headset cover (F) routing the brake hose and shifter/
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dropper cable (if used) through the cutouts.
Make sure the hose/housings are separated to the appropriate
sides of the headset. On the drive side, the rear brake hose is up
front and any mechanical housings go behind it.
F
E
D
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