Stem riser screw not centred

[xyz123]

Hi

After my earlier post, I got a stem riser for my daughters frog bike.

Problem I am having is that the new screw won't centre and hence I can't fize the cover properly leaning the stem exposed to rain /dust.

I have never done this s before so no idea I'd I am doing something wrong.






Thanks

[mikey P 500]

The star nut is misaligned, (the bit the bolt goes into) fit a longer bolt and tap with a hammer till straight. (You can buy a star nut fitting too).

[gazza285]

Just push it over until it is central, then fit the cap.

It should centre alright, but don’t force it if it won’t, you will just bend the screw.

[Hugo Stiglitz]

Fitting a SFN is one exercise where you really need the proper tool. I've fitter loads of headsets using a B&Q bought threaded rod, bolts and plates but SFN needs either a shop or a proper tool.


^ that is a hammer and screw job