Putting nuts on the bolt/rod before you cut it is the right way. Same when you cut a threaded steerer tube.
This is helpful too (or a file)
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Putting nuts on the bolt/rod before you cut it is the right way.
Same when you cut a threaded steerer tube.
This is helpful too (or a file)