Can I swap threaded 1 1/8" fork for a threadless one?
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You can easily find 1 1/8" external cups for the "threadless" ("ahead") system.
They will most likely fit the existing threaded fork (and head tube).
However:
The threaded fork may not protrude enough for a stem to fit properly.
If it does, and if it is made of steel, you could more-less safely mount an aluminium a-head stem and it could work (I've done it in the past without any problems).
Of course, ideally, you'd want to get a new, high-quality threadless fork, because the threads that are cut do weaken the fork to some degree. As I said, I have done it in the past without problems - and, an aluminium stem, being softer than steel, does hold well over the threads, without burring them or slipping.
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They will most likely fit the existing threaded fork (and head tube).
However:
The threaded fork may not protrude enough for a stem to fit properly.
If it does, and if it is made of steel, you could more-less safely mount an aluminium a-head stem and it could work (I've done it in the past without any problems).
Of course, ideally, you'd want to get a new, high-quality threadless fork, because the threads that are cut do weaken the fork to some degree. As I said, I have done it in the past without problems - and, an aluminium stem, being softer than steel, does hold well over the threads, without burring them or slipping.
Relja