Trek 5500 fork replacement

[SilverFish]

Hi all, 

need to replace a fork on a Trek 5500 (2002/2003), the left blade has a cracked. 
I have not replaced a road fork before but keen to give it a go, so looking for some advice. 

 

it is threadless and I believe a 1 1/8 inch, what other measurements should I be looking for? Hub spacing, blade length length, rake...?
is it possible to find aftermarket forks or are my options limited to used forks on the hub?

 

thanks 

[love2fly]

If you're the original owner and have proof of purchase (unlikely for an older bike?)Trek will cover it under warranty.

Many will cringe but for the price of a replacement fork plus paint you can get it repaired (look up Incubit Frame services).

I got hit by a car and managed to ride my carbon Cannondale back to the car with one completely broken fork leg....

[Spirog]

I've got a few road forks that came off Cervelos. I don't have the specs but if your in Joburg, DM me so we can arrange for you to look

 

[SilverFish]

35 minutes ago, love2fly said:

If you're the original owner and have proof of purchase (unlikely for an older bike?)Trek will cover it under warranty.

Many will cringe but for the price of a replacement fork plus paint you can get it repaired (look up Incubit Frame services).

I got hit by a car and managed to ride my carbon Cannondale back to the car with one completely broken fork leg....

Not the original owner, but will definitely give incubit a call. thanks  

[SilverFish]

38 minutes ago, Spirog said:

I've got a few road forks that came off Cervelos. I don't have the specs but if your in Joburg, DM me so we can arrange for you to look

 

ok great, I am in Bloem. but let me get some measurements and I'll get back to you

[love2fly]

5 hours ago, SilverFish said:

Not the original owner, but will definitely give incubit a call. thanks  

I had the 5500 blue and white USPS with Ultegra....almost bought the Lance Armstrong version of the 5900.

Edited June 19, 2023 by love2fly
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