brutus143
Aug 28 2009, 09:30 PM
Can someone please help me and tell me what size headset I need for my 1980 Schwinn Sting? I know they are different that the "normal" size, but when looking for one I dont know what to look for.
is this correct??
1.0 Inch Threaded Headset - 26.4
Headset - 26.4
(2) versions available:
Version 1 JIS - Fits 1" threaded steerers and JIS (27.0) fork crown race seats. Keirin certified.
Version 2 English - Fits 1" threaded steerers with (26.4) fork crown race seats.
Thanks!
Bill Curtin
Aug 28 2009, 10:53 PM
You'll need a 1" road headset. A BMX 1" is too big to fit in the frame.
http://shop.vendio.com/benscycle/item/2028...7/?s=1251359762http://ruedatropical.wordpress.com/2009/02...ght-a9-headset/The Sting was built by Paramount and they used nothing but roadie stuff on the bikes, hence the roadie headset.
Bill
Dr.Frankenripper
Aug 29 2009, 07:35 AM
find yourself and old schwinn varsity or traveler 10 spd -- they get tossed out on the regular and/or sell for next to nothing
strip her of her parts and whalla ! your set for a few builds -- they have a nice parts lot on them
chase2wheels
Aug 29 2009, 07:50 AM
Sedis Sport headsets were commonly used on the Sting. You should be able to find one online.