{"id":19115,"date":"2024-12-30T21:40:09","date_gmt":"2024-12-30T21:40:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mybikething.com\/home\/?post_type=product&#038;p=19115"},"modified":"2026-03-10T15:43:27","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T15:43:27","slug":"reynolds-ouzo-compression-plug-1-1-8-threadless-removable-expander-star-nut","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/mybikething.com\/home\/product\/reynolds-ouzo-compression-plug-1-1-8-threadless-removable-expander-star-nut\/","title":{"rendered":"Reynolds Ouzo Compression Plug 1-1\/8&#8243; Threadless &#8211; Removable Expander Star Nut"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"><strong>Notes from MyBikeThing<\/strong> This precision-engineered compression device offers a premium alternative to traditional star nuts. The expandable design allows for removal and reuse, making it ideal for carbon steerer tubes or frequent stem adjustments. What sets this apart is the high-quality Reynolds engineering and the included matching Ouzo top cap.<\/p>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"><strong>Condition<\/strong> Excellent<\/p>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"><strong>Workshop Wisdom<\/strong> These expansion plugs require proper torque settings &#8211; I recommend starting at 4-5Nm for the expansion bolt and checking that it&#8217;s properly centered in the steerer tube before final tightening.<\/p>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"><strong>Tech Specs<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"-mt-1 [li&gt;&amp;]:mt-2 list-disc space-y-2 pl-8\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">1-1\/8&#8243; threadless steerer compatibility (28.6mm)<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Removable\/reusable design<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Aluminum construction<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Includes matching Reynolds Ouzo top cap<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Compatible with carbon and alloy steerer tubes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\"><strong>Value Assessment<\/strong> Market Value: $20-25 USD Worth it because:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"-mt-1 [li&gt;&amp;]:mt-2 list-disc space-y-2 pl-8\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Premium Reynolds engineering<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Reusable design<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Safe for carbon steerers<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Includes branded top cap<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">You put in the miles, we put in the work! 30 day Guarantee, rest assured of fit, function and condition.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Notes from MyBikeThing This precision-engineered compression device offers a premium alternative to traditional star nuts. 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