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You're going to need some specific tools, or some enthusiasm for making do with bits of pipe, 10mm threaded rod or studding etc.
It would be a good thing if you could beg borrow or loan a vernier- then you'll know if the crown race is ever going to fit onto the steerer. Google "press fit"
If you have the right headset, you need some way of hammering the crown race on fairly evenly- a long bit of pipe a bit bigger (in diameter) than the steerer is ideal- consider "padding" the crown race especially if it's ally with another ally washer/old headset cup etc.
A big lump of metal with a hole through the middle (google slide hammer) can work as well for the crown race.
Fitting the cups into the frame - again you preferably need some controllable way of pressing them in evenly. A loooong bolt or bit of threaded rod/studding can work quite well- look at the proper tools on the interweb to get an idea of what you're trying to achieve- all do-able with a bit of patience and some enthusiasm, mechanical aptitude and possibly mates who've done it before...
Good luck,
Scherrit.