Something else is awry if you're pulling the preloader out with normal riding loads. I'd be looking at the steerer shim to see whether it is gripping properly on both the inside and outside diameters.
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Something else is awry if you're pulling the preloader out with normal riding loads. I'd be looking at the steerer shim to see whether it is gripping properly on both the inside and outside diameters.