how about some close-up pics.
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Thank you for replying, i know there is a bolt which fastens it all together. From the diagram you attached i see that my 'stem wedge' has been installed back to front and therefore is creating my problem. Sadly i don't think i'll be able to take it back to the manufacturer and will probably have to contact a bicycle repair store to re-weld the 'stem wedge' the correct way around.
Thanks again, the wedge is actually welded into the fork stem, and i've tried every possible way i can to turn the stem itself, but no to avail.
Handlebars removed, bike upside down, remove the front wheel, look down at the bottom of the wedge, get a long rod, like a socket set extension and a light weight hammer. Use the extension to rapid tap the wedge with light sharp blows.
I believe you are mistaken, the wedge is NOT welded in place, it just looks like it. If it was welded, how would you adjust handlebar height?
And if a local bike shop was going to reweld it, they would knock it out first anyway.
Whack it from the bottom, up towards where the handlebars would be.
And that is why i started a thread, because i didn't think of that! Thank you 1FJEF, i will go and give it a go in a few minutes and return with the verdict :3
When properly installed and tightened, the wedge at the bottom will be in intimate contact with the handle bar stem, with the bolt extending below - you will not be able to see this because it will be inside the metal tube of the forks.
Install the handle bars to the desired height, making sure that there is enough engagement to secure the handle bars - there is a mark on the handle bar stem that should not be visible - tighten up the bolt complete, which will pull the wedge into intimate contact with the stem.
Nigel
Ok, i see that you're saying really, is that i just need to tighten the bolt properly.
I know they are at a good height as i literally have them the lowest they can go, and i've tightened the bolt to its full potential. Perhaps i need to be more firm.
I'll give it another go as soon as i find the time and let you know how it goes.
Have a good weekend!
did you grease the inside of the tube and the wedge face? It is important to do that so the wedge will slide freely and then clamp hard. Also the threads need to be greased.
Nigel