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

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