As I was doing the seals for my KTM 2017 150SX, I got to the compression side (? The right fork) I was having issues bleeding the dampening rod (?). It looks like it's leaking from the top of the piston rod (first two pictures) and from my research it looks like there's two seals that I have to replace. I just wanted to make sure I had the right parts, and/or that I was correct in what I think is wrong. I believe the parts are #10 and #14, but maybe #24?
Next question is while figuring out the issue I've seen people change the AER48 out for CC forks. I was wondering if it was as simple is it looks, and if it would be beneficial for a woods rider who sometimes does moto.
For context I've done top ends, and clutches and seals for a set of cc forks off a 2013 KTM. Thanks inadvance
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Had the same problem recently. #10 parts is all you need. It rebuilds that whole seal section. You will need proper clamps for your vice to do this job or else you risk damaging the rod or cartridge. Also takes a ton of heat to break it loose. You'll need a torch. It's on with heavy duty locktite and it's extremely difficult to get it to break loose.
RMATV or other suspension shops may sell the proper clamps needed. Higher recommend getting the right tools for this job.
I did the CC fork swap on my 17 TC250. The spring fork felt a lot more planted and more consistent for me. It’s a pretty straightforward swap as well, you just need a front wheel off an older model with the bigger axle. I rode moto and woods with the same settings and it worked great for me.
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