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| The 39mm Fork Caps (which are 6-pointed) need a 1-3/8"(1.375") 6-point socket or Cap Wrench. A usable equivalent is a 35mm(1.378") size. It's a good idea to wrap masking tape, electrical tape or duct tape (depending on the thickness of the tape) around the chrome cap to protect if from marks. ((See this XLForum Thread: http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=675643)) | The 39mm Fork Caps (which are 6-pointed) need a 1-3/8"(1.375") 6-point socket or Cap Wrench. A usable equivalent is a 35mm(1.378") size. It's a good idea to wrap masking tape, electrical tape or duct tape (depending on the thickness of the tape) around the chrome cap to protect if from marks. ((See this XLForum Thread: http://xlforum.net/forums/showthread.php?t=675643)) | ||
| Use a 6-point socket, rather than a 12-point version, to lessen the chance of rounding the points on the cap. This is also why an adjustable wrench should be avoided. | Use a 6-point socket, rather than a 12-point version, to lessen the chance of rounding the points on the cap. This is also why an adjustable wrench should be avoided. | ||
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| + | Loosen (not remove) the Damper Bolts (6mm Allen Key) while the forks are still on the bike & under spring tension | ||
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| + | For reassembly, prepare the fork cap by aligning it with the slider tube (no springs installed) and mark the exact point (on both the cap and the slider) where the threads begin to engage - This is extremely helpful in getting the cap back on while compressing the spring. | ||
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| + | Use a 1-1/2" PVC coupling for the fork seal driver (coupling center spline removed). | ||
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