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techtalk:evo:susp01c [2019/08/18 19:53] ixl2relax [1994 XLH Front Forks Disassembled - Measurements w/Pictures] |
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| were disassembled to be cleaned and the internal springs were replaced\\ | were disassembled to be cleaned and the internal springs were replaced\\ | ||
| with a set of Progressive-brand progressively wound springs.\\ | with a set of Progressive-brand progressively wound springs.\\ | ||
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| + | The following tips from the XLF threads were especially helpful: | ||
| + | 1) Loosen (not remove) the Damper Bolts (6mm Allen Key) while the forks are still on the bike & under spring tension | ||
| + | 2) Remove the Fork Caps using a 1-3/8" Socket (35mm) | ||
| + | 3) Align the fork cap on 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 tip was extremely helpful in getting the cap back on while compressing the spring... | ||
| + | 4) Use a 1-1/2" PVC coupling for the fork seal driver (coupling center spline removed) | ||
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| ^Actual Measurements from a 1994 Std Model Sportster Front Fork|| | ^Actual Measurements from a 1994 Std Model Sportster Front Fork|| | ||
