Stripped stem

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6/23/2013 2:11 PM

My stem has 2 stripped bolts that clamp onto the steerer tube of the fork. I just got a new fork and stem and was thinking that if there isn't another easy way, i should just use a hack saw or dremel tool to cut through the bolts, or drill the bolt so it breaks and i can remove it. Any ideas/suggestions?

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6/23/2013 2:13 PM

No lol. Use a bigger size allan key and take them off, or take it to your bike shop if you can't get it off.

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6/23/2013 2:21 PM

understood, thanks four!

just wondering, how the hell do they take it off, just wondering

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6/23/2013 2:23 PM

bmxsteve99 wrote:
understood, thanks four!

just wondering, how the hell do they take it off, just wondering

No problem man. I think they take a bigger allen key and pound it in so it fits and then take it off like normal. Also try to angle it different that may work.

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6/23/2013 2:28 PM

alright, I'm tired of this shitty stock fork
i'll try some stuff, and worst case, i use my dremel, cut a ridge across the center, and use a flathead screwdriver to get it out

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