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8/2/2016 11:00am
8/2/2016 11:00am
I'm about to dive into my first fork rebuild. Are there any special tools that are must haves? If so, any recommendations on which brands? For example, Tusk and Motion Pro both make cap tools but they are quite different in design. Is either fine?
Thanks
Thanks
ive never used a torque wrench on anything, its not needed at all. and this is on dozens of bikes of every make and model
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1) A precision fluid beaker or large agriculture-type syringe that has increments of 5cc
2) Fork tube scrub brush for cleaning the fork tubes
https://www.amazon.com/Park-Tool-FTB-1-Frame-Brush/dp/B000YBAKVO
3) Fork seal bullets eliminate the chance of damaging new seals.
http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/tools/category/fork_seal_bullets/
Lots & lots of brake cleaner!!
I have many Tusk tools and I have never had one fail.
1: I use a tie down to compress my fork, when I break the bottom of the cartridge rod loose. Do not, under ANY circumstance, use fucking VISE GRIPS, like the jackass who owned my bike before me.
2: ABS pipe, cut in half, and a hose clamp, as a bushing driver. A 1/8 drive extension will push your seals in nicely. Lube the outside edge.
3: Pull your caps loose, and leave your forks to drain, slightly inverted, for a while. Saves a mess.
4: Buy the proper tools. Only use the first 3 tips, when you're standing with your dick in your hand, and no one can do the job for you. That being because you drive truck, and your schedule sucks.
http://m.vitalmx.com/videos/features/Tech-Tips-Replacing-Fork-Seals,138…
Other useful tools
1. digital camera
2. a nice pick to help remove the spring clips.
3, lots of non chlorinated brake cleaner.
Buy SKF or NOK (parts unlimited or OEM) seals. All balls, moose, or leak proof are junk
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