{"product_id":"wolf-tooth-compression-plug-1-1-8-carbon","title":"Wolf Tooth Compression Plug — 1 1\/8\" Carbon Steerer (Silver)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is Wolf Tooth’s compression plug for 1 1\/8\" threadless carbon fork steerers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt provides internal support so you can properly preload your headset and safely clamp your stem on carbon steerer tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Functional Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesigned for 1 1\/8\" threadless steerers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFits steerer inner diameters from 23.2mm to 24.2mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAluminum construction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUsed to preload headset bearings before tightening stem bolts\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSilver finish\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWolf Tooth headset system compatible\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; Technical Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor carbon steerer tubes only\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFits 1 1\/8\" steerers with 23.2–24.2mm internal diameter\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorks with standard threadless headset systems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNOT for aluminum or steel steerers (use a star nut instead)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRequires a 4mm or 5mm hex key for installation (depending on setup)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMust be installed below top of steerer to allow proper preload\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eService \/ Ownership Context\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is a small but critical part. Proper installation prevents carbon steerer damage and ensures smooth headset adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFit \u0026amp; Use Signals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bikes with carbon forks and 1 1\/8\" threadless steerers.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot A Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum or steel steerers, tapered lower sections, or steerers outside the listed inner diameter range.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c!-- Internal SKU Recommendation: Base SKU: WOLF-CPLUG-118 UPC: 812719028332 --\u003e \u003cdiv data-ai=\"mechanic-insight\" style=\"display:none\"\u003e This is mandatory on carbon steerers. Never use a star nut in carbon.\nBiggest customer mistake is trying to reuse an old plug that’s already chewed up, or installing it too shallow so the top cap bottoms out before preloading bearings.\nAlso common: people crank the top cap thinking it holds the stem. It doesn’t. Top cap only sets bearing preload — stem bolts do the holding.\nMeasure steerer ID if unsure. Some forks run tight or loose. This fits 23.2–24.2mm — outside that range it won’t expand correctly.\nInstall depth matters: plug should sit a few mm below top of steerer so the top cap can pull properly.\nFailure points: overtightening the expander bolt, stripping the internal wedge, or crushing lightweight steerers with excessive stem torque.\nWho this is really for: anyone running a carbon fork with a standard 1 1\/8\" steerer.\nWho should avoid: metal steerers — use a star nut instead.\nTypical service issues: headset won’t tighten because plug is slipping, top cap bottoms out, or customer forgets to loosen stem bolts before preloading.\nRiders don’t think about this part until something creaks. When installed right, it disappears.\nMechanic advice: lightly grease the plug body, don’t over-expand, torque stem bolts to spec, and always preload headset before clamping stem.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Wolf Tooth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53030565347642,"sku":"WOLF-CPLUG-118","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0745\/5735\/8394\/files\/HD1756.jpg?v=1771202451","url":"https:\/\/gograva.com\/products\/wolf-tooth-compression-plug-1-1-8-carbon","provider":"Grava Adventure Corporation","version":"1.0","type":"link"}