hi :-)
i need help on replacing my forks
one of the bolts on the stem is rounded and dont know how to take it off now.
any suggestions please ?
Picture of it (if possible) would help to assist in possible remdies. What kind of bike forks etc.
Good maintenance to your Bike, can make it like the wheels are, true and smooth!
I assume you mean when you insert the Allen key that it just turns round and round without undoing the top bolt.
1) Try hammering a slightly larger Allen key in. (try an imperial instead of metric).
2) If there is room you could put a sawcut across the head and use a screwdriver. ( 2 hacksaw blades together give a wide enough slot).
3) Drill out the head of the bolt. This will release the tension on the bolt / stem and allow the stem to come off. With a bit of luck the remaining bit of bolt will turn easily and come out completely?
If not it could mean a new stem!
Ride hard or ride home alone!
Man thats nasty but hope is not lost.
If enough sticks out you can try grabbing it with a vise grip
Otherwise Like cycler said first I'd try to cut a slot in it for a screwdriver. Otherwise drill the bolt out with successively larger bit till you can collapse it and get it out. Careful not to damage threads.
There are some pastes out there that help tools grab worn out bolts.
Never Give Up!!!
First thing is sorry I did not get back to you sooner. Guys I was wondering if he could fit a hacksaw blade in the groove if that would work? Have to be VERY very careful though.
Good maintenance to your Bike, can make it like the wheels are, true and smooth!