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Fork seal replacement - 1/19/2012 9:57:32 AM

dekon70

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I need to replace the fork seals on my Beta Rev3. Is this somethng I can do myself? I am pretty good with tools and mechanical stuff, and I have done a top end on a MX bike before. Think I can pull it off?

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RE: Fork seal replacement - 1/19/2012 2:49:56 PM

danwilms

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Yes, check out the instructions on Ryan Young's Sherco site for the Paoli forks. You'll need a "special" tool. Basically a length of PVC conduit from Home Depot to use as a seal driver. You will have to drop the fork tubes from the triple clamps to install the seals. I'll post more details later.

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RE: Fork seal replacement - 1/19/2012 6:18:58 PM

laser1

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General info on fork seal replacement can be found Here. (note - for GG forks but I believe it is applicable)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AP-v_c0g0mw

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RE: Fork seal replacement - 1/19/2012 7:58:50 PM

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Here's the PDF link for sherco's seal replacement:
http://www.sherco.com/wayne/Sherco_Fork_Seal_Replacement.pdf
The only problem may be tightening the screw in the bottom of the fork leg. It's a snap with an air gun, but a bee-ach without.
If you don't have air tools, I recommend taking them to your local friendly garage after they are completely reassembled and having someone give it a quick 'blip-blip' with the air wrench just to be sure.

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RE: Fork seal replacement - 1/20/2012 12:11:53 AM

blackduc98

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to prevent that bolt at the bottom of the fork from spinning pull hard on the upper fork tube as if you are trying to extend the fork

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RE: Fork seal replacement - 1/20/2012 7:48:11 PM

dekon70

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Thanks for the help guys.

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RE: Fork seal replacement - 1/21/2012 7:00:12 PM

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ORIGINAL: blackduc98

to prevent that bolt at the bottom of the fork from spinning pull hard on the upper fork tube as if you are trying to extend the fork

I usually put the forks altogether and in the bike, strap it down, and completely compress the forks with a tie down. But even still, I am not super happy unless I can zap it with an air gun......wait a minute........
I think I just realized the flaw in my system, compressing doesn't put a load on that bolt, does it? DUH! I'll try your idea next time!

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