PVD IS Head Tube

Most framebuilders that work with steel have ignored the newer integrated headset design. I belive that it is the future. I decided to make up some very special head tubes for my bike projects.

Design

Stock

The 4130 stock required for this part is very rare. 1.750 OD x .250 Wall.

I ended up ordering the stock from Factory Steel and Metal Supply Co. out of Detroit, MI. EMJ Metals out of Freemont would be another good choice.

The price was $18.70 per foot with a $20 cut charge from 20 foot lengths. A six foot section should be enough to get 14 x 4.5" tubes.

Machining

A bushing was required to hold the part during machining.

Finishing

Special cutters will be required to finish the frame post welding. Cane Creek P/N TL0100. A little under $200 for these babies.

End Product

On The Bike

Frame scheduled to be welded mid August.

see: [PVD_5.5_Fork_Hardtail|PVD 5.5 Fork Hardtail]