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does it really matter if i put in the fucking o-ring that goes between the headset cover and the steerer tube? my chinese carbon headset cover has a slot for an o-ring but didn't come with an o-ring included. i bought several different o-rings, the NBR felt way too firm and tight, the silicone is softer but easily gets damaged and i don't have the special lube for the silicone o-ring, i'd have to use soapy water or spit and possibly have to replace it with a new o-ring every time i take off the headset cover. it's such a tiny amount of water that would seep in, even if i wash my cockpit once in a while i don't think the headset bearings will get intantly ruined just from that. it's mainly the bottom bearing that would get exposed to water via road splash, the top bearing is less of a concern. the top bearing only costs a few bucks to replace and i would replace it at the same time as the bottom bearing.
