Can I use a pipe threader to thread a bike fork?

[abe lugo]

Or find someone nearby that had the correct tool on the cabe.
I have one but I’m in Los Angeles.

 

[barneyguey]

If you decide you want your own, this is what I have. I've found it handy over the years. 1" dia x 24 threads per inch

 

[bikebozo]

12.00 on ebay

 

[Archie Sturmer]

Not only are the number of threads per inch different, and the threads tapered, but the cutting depth of the die tool (coarse thread) are greater than the thickness of the tube (normally).
Often the wrong tool plays an important part in what trashes a bike.

Most classic bikes have 24 tpi but older Westfield bikes (~pre 1933) and some English bikes often have 26 tpi.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Qualtech-S...Die-Stock-Handle-DWTDS2INCH-2-in/332783343039
https://www.ebay.com/itm/332783343039
https://www.ebay.com/itm/TTC-1-24-x...hread-Round-Split-Adjustable-Die/222047093096
https://www.ebay.com/itm/222047093096
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Hex-Die-Special-Thread-Fractional-1-24/293012714076
https://www.ebay.com/itm/293012714076
Sometimes, I end up paying triple, if I buy 3 of a similar item.

 

[schwinnbikebobb]

Somebody have a link to that ebay auction.

 

[CeeBee]

https://www.amazon.com/HSS-24-Right...id=1561583376&s=gateway&sprefix=1-24+,aps,159

$16.99 on Amazon. I recently bought one and I use large channel lock pliers to turn it because it is much larger than the die holder in my regular tap and die set. Works great!

 

[49autocycledeluxe]

I used one of these on some pretty sad threads on a fork I had. got the fork installed only to find out the wedge was stuck inside and not coming out.

EDIT: read all the words before posting.,,,^^^ cutting dies, $16.99 on Amazon..

 

[CURTIS L LINDGREN]

I used one of these on some pretty sad threads on a fork I had. got the fork installed only to find out the wedge was stuck inside and not coming out.

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Is That a "Thread File " ? Ya Got's to wear Gloves when usin' it ? Never seen one

 

[5760rj]

Can I use a much cheaper pipe threader to cut threads into a bike fork’s steer tube instead of buying a bike specific tool for triple the price?

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[aasmitty757]

Can I use a much cheaper pipe threader to cut threads into a bike fork’s steer tube instead of buying a bike specific tool for triple the price?

If you have threaded one before you can ignore the rest of this message..... Once you have the proper tools(not a pipe threader as already mentioned)be sure to use cutting oil, it's a must. Only cut a small portion of thread at a time, maybe a quarter of turn on the die or less. Use a back and forth motion, allowing the cut metal to escape and be careful, go slow and don't heat up the steer tube because it will expand, cutting the threads deeper and destroy your project.
Any experts certainly chime in.

Oops, sorry I just read rustjunkie's link.