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I solved a very bad shimmy problem once by methodically changing tires and wheels, making one change at a time until the problem was isolated to a damaged headset. Replacing this part completely eliminated a shimmy that would start at 15mph and get progressively worse as speed inreased. After replacing the headset there was no more shimmy - at least none that I could detect up to about 45mph. I can't test for shimmy faster than that because I'm too afraid to take my hands off the handlebars.

As far as Mr. Brandt's FAQ goes, I read it, but came to the conclusion that sometimes there's a gap between theory and practice.

I'm inclined to believe Craig because he does his homework.

-K

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