Description

Park Tool CRS-1 Crown Race Setter for 1″ and 1-1/8″ Forks
Category: Maintenance
Subcategory: Headset tools
Ensure perfect, damage-free installation of your fork crown race every time with the Park Tool CRS-1 Crown Race Setter. A critical step in any new bike build or fork upgrade, seating the crown race requires precision and the right tool to avoid costly damage to the fork or the new race itself. The CRS-1 is the industry-standard solution, designed for both professional workshop use and the discerning home mechanic who demands professional results. This tool eliminates the risks associated with makeshift methods, providing a safe, accurate, and efficient way to press the crown race securely into its final position on the fork´s steerer tube.
The genius of the CRS-1 lies in its innovative insert system, which guarantees that force is applied evenly and correctly, protecting the delicate bearing contact surfaces of the crown race from any direct impact. This meticulous approach prevents deformation and ensures the headset bearings will operate smoothly and have a long service life. The Crs-1 Offers Six Inserts With Which To Install The Fork Crown Race. The Bearing Surface Is Spared A Direct Hit By Using Different Inserts To Ensure Proper Fit On The Race. Choose The Correct Insert Then Slide The Tube Over The Fork Tube And Into The Top End Of The Insert. Using A Hammer, Tap Firmly On The End Cap Of The Tube And Seat The Race Into Its Proper Place Safely And Accurately. The Crs-1 Set Includes One Universal Setting Tube, Three 1´´ Inserts, And Three 1-1/8´´ Inserts. The Crs-1 Will Work On Forks Of 340mm Column Length Or Less.
Built with the durability and reliability that Park Tool is known for, the CRS-1 is an essential investment for anyone frequently working on bicycle headsets. Its compatibility with the most common steerer tube sizes—1″ and 1-1/8″—makes it a versatile and indispensable part of any comprehensive tool collection. By ensuring the crown race is perfectly square and fully seated, you guarantee optimal headset performance, preventing premature wear, and eliminating annoying creaks or binding. Step up your maintenance game and install crown races with the confidence and precision of a pro.
CRS-1 Features:
* For oversized column in 1-1/4´´ or 1-1/2´´ use the CRS-15.2 Crown Race Setter.
* SHIS Terminology: The CRS-1 services in SHIS sizes 26, 27, 30