i always use xt cassettes with a SRAM chain and i find it runs very smooth but other may think otherwise.
SLX cassettes are also good and smooth but if your a weight saver then go for XT :)
Carl
well at work we have sealed 1 inch threaded headsets which measure 26.4 un split, but there is no reason you cant split it which will do it no harm and still work 100% bang on.
there sealed bearings :)
sorry cant help but if your current one was a cartridge bearing headset then all you would of had to do is split the race like most modern headset come with as standard....... if you follow my meaning ?
What fork are you putting it on ? :)
Carl
this has made me chuckle, i just read the description and he is adamant this looks like an orange!
There is some dorks about!
Oh yeah nice rear shock! not 8)