Damper oil questions.
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    Riley
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    Damper oil questions.

    by Riley » Fri Apr 24, 2009 3:51 pm

    I'm changing my fork springs and so far so good.

    While I was at it, I thought I'd do the damper oil as well, good thing too as it was nasty oil.

    Now however, I'm a little confused or just need reassurance.

    When I did the damper per the Clymer manual, I filled with 190ml of fluid, worked the rod to get rid of bubbles and then measured it.

    Now, after putting the damper back in, it says to invert the tube and release the excess oil. Probably about 40ml came out if that much. Is that right or do I need to pull it apart again and refill?

    Thanks!
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    by Asmith » Fri Apr 24, 2009 4:06 pm

    When you compress the damper assy, does it extend back out fully? If so then you are good.
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    by Riley » Fri Apr 24, 2009 6:07 pm

    Yep! Just did my second fork, and it wasn't that much oil at all.

    Thanks AS!

    All done with the front, now to do the back and ride!
    Do not send me to a heaven where there are no dogs.

    165 main, 42 pilot, JD Red needle 4th clip, R&D Flex fuel screw 2 turns out, open air box, FMF Q4. 4-9000ft, 50-100*

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