Headset tools. What to avoid? Whats recommended?

[MSYT]

I used the old threaded rod with two big washers for a while. It works… but it can be very frustrating to get straight sometimes.

Instead of buying a Park press I thought I’d try the ‘basic’ press from BSC. Came with all the adapters for different sizes and the centering cones. It is still essentially the threaded rod but it’s pretty and I believe it’s all made in the UK in house. So that’s a plus.

 

[Gtpulse]

Or you can add the drifts to your threaded bar and washer set up.

https://www.bicycleservicecentre.co.uk/product/top-and-bottom-headset-cup-drifts-41-52mm/170

 

[bold stelvis]

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Gatphy-Bearing-Bicycle-Headset-Installation/dp/B0D3LQKQCP

probably cheaper than trying to roll your own

 

[Gtpulse]

That’s a lot less hassle than finding all the bits and a good price.

 

[Janners BJJ Clunker Rider]

Just bought that on eBay for £9.99. I thought at that price it's worth a punt.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/315897007050

 

[bold stelvis]

thought at that price it's worth a punt

it works - just pay attention to the cups going in straight initially