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« on: June 29, 2011, 05:33:40 PM » |
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I have a leaking right front fork seal on my 98 Tourer. If I'm not going to replace the springs, I understand that I don't need the Honda special tool to do the job. Is that correct? This a list of parts that I compiled to do the job. Did I forget anything? TIA
BUSH GUIDE
51414-MT7-003 2EA X $13.89 = $27.78
SEAL SET, FR. FORK
51490-MW0-003 2EA X $21.17 = $42.34
BUSH, SLIDER
51415-MCH-003 2EA X $6.52 = $13.04
O-RING (44.7 X 2.4)
91356-KZ3-003 2EA X $2.50 = $5.00
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« Reply #1 on: June 29, 2011, 07:08:27 PM » |
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I have a leaking right front fork seal on my 98 Tourer. If I'm not going to replace the springs, I understand that I don't need the Honda special tool to do the job. Is that correct? This a list of parts that I compiled to do the job. Did I forget anything? TIA
BUSH GUIDE
51414-MT7-003 2EA X $13.89 = $27.78
SEAL SET, FR. FORK
51490-MW0-003 2EA X $21.17 = $42.34
BUSH, SLIDER
51415-MCH-003 2EA X $6.52 = $13.04
O-RING (44.7 X 2.4)
91356-KZ3-003 2EA X $2.50 = $5.00
Can't remember the full parts list, SG, but the DFW Football has the fork tool in it in case you want to do the Full Monty. |
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« Reply #3 on: June 29, 2011, 09:04:41 PM » |
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Don't forget fork oil and a measureing cup
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Doc809
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« Reply #4 on: June 30, 2011, 12:58:53 PM » |
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Hey Victor, Serk just had Xander's Cycles in Forney do a complete rebuild on his front end seals. If I remember corrrectly $200 parts and labor. Just an option. I know I would not try to tear it down for that.
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« Reply #5 on: June 30, 2011, 01:09:44 PM » |
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Doc, Thanks for the tip.  |
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« Reply #6 on: November 06, 2011, 05:05:05 PM » |
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Victor,
Did you rebuild the forks? Any suggestions because my right front fork is leaking. I think I may give Xander's Cycle a call for $200.
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« Reply #7 on: November 06, 2011, 09:25:48 PM » |
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Victor,
Did you rebuild the forks? Any suggestions because my right front fork is leaking. I think I may give Xander's Cycle a call for $200.
The special tool is for the left fork. You can drive the seal and bushing in with a piece of PVC. You can also use a piece of 35mm film and push it up between the fork leg and seal to dislodge anything that might be causing the leak. Worth a shot before you tear it down or pay a shop to do it. I'd bet that $200 is with the forks removed... |
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Six Guns
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« Reply #8 on: November 07, 2011, 04:57:50 AM » |
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Victor,
Did you rebuild the forks? Any suggestions because my right front fork is leaking. I think I may give Xander's Cycle a call for $200.
Baron, I have not. I've been riding the Interstate while the tourer right fork seal is still leaking in the garage. I have to work every other weekend and it seems that when we have a wrench party, I am working. I might just break down and take it to Cycle Werkz in Fort Worth and have it done. I have already purchased all the replacement parts needed to do the job, but I have never done one before. I have 10 days off starting the 18th of this month until the 27th. If someone wants to show me how it's done I will pay you or buy your lunch or both.  |
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« Reply #9 on: November 07, 2011, 06:17:57 AM » |
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Hey Victor, Serk just had Xander's Cycles in Forney do a complete rebuild on his front end seals. If I remember corrrectly $200 parts and labor. Just an option. I know I would not try to tear it down for that.
Semi-correct. I'd ordered the parts myself before hand because I was going to try to wrench party it, but I just never got a chance to make it to one. Xander Cycles did it for $200 labor, I brought him the parts (Well, he supplied the fork oil and labor.) It was still money well spent IMHO to just "Get it done".... |
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« Reply #10 on: November 07, 2011, 07:42:11 AM » |
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Victor ,if you were a little closer ,I d ride over and gie you a hand . since you got more than one bike, take the time to do it yourself and learn. just follow the manual and thre s more than enough help on this board! |
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« Reply #11 on: November 07, 2011, 09:35:37 AM » |
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When I rebuilt my right fork (again  ) this summer, instead of using the fork lower as a slide hammer on the PVC fork tool, I used a wood stand that I had built for another purpose to make a press. Used two 2x2 as handles on each side of a 2x4, just high enough to sit on the PVC seal tool while the fork tube was on the base. Pressed it in and it snapped in with authority. And I re-used the seal I had as it was new from the earlier rebuild because I STILL couldn't find any scratches that would have been causing my seeping. Once the seal snapped in this time, it hasn't leaked since (fingers crossed!) This could be a purpose built press, or most likely just attached to a wall stud with the fork on the floor.  Mike "Dodis" |
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« Reply #12 on: November 07, 2011, 05:47:03 PM » |
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Victor I understand. Work and my family have been keeping me real busy too. Some great info here . I will try the film to see if I can clean it out first. I called Al Lambs today and the cost of them doing my front forks was close to $350 which is more than I want to spend. Xander's Cycle sounds more reasonable so I will call them. I have been thinking about adding progressive springs so maybe I can talk my wife into an early Chritsmas present  . |
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« Reply #13 on: November 13, 2011, 08:41:14 AM » |
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Had a m/c shop install new leaky seal on right fork.
Still leaks. Tech sezz it's leaking from the bottom (threads )
And just needs to be tightened . Truth or b/s ? Thoughts please !
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« Reply #14 on: November 13, 2011, 05:39:28 PM » |
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Is the oil ON the forks or just puddling on the ground and on your wheel/tire? If puddling, it IS the bolt in the bottom of the fork. You have to remove the axle enough to get the hex wrench up in the hole and tighten it. Happened to me.
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« Reply #15 on: November 13, 2011, 07:24:47 PM » |
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Thanks much guys !
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« Reply #17 on: November 20, 2011, 08:01:16 PM » |
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Yep, I picked the Valk up Friday . He installed new fork and dust seals, replaced the oil, and installed new RaceTech springs for the cash price of $328.83. I think that is a great price so if you want to give them a call . Owners: Robbie, Mark, and Jimmy Rising Phoenix Motorsports 2126 Hamilton Rd Suite 250 Argyle, TX 76226 940-565-0204 Brand new shop and real nice bunch of guys. |
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