DMAN999
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Yeah, Sean will definitely treat you right.
How To: Install fork springs (late model gen 1)
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Sonoran6
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Wow, he sure did. Just got off the phone with him. Awesomeness
radley
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Hi,
I have a 1985 Vmax. I NEED to put new seals in my front forks, and while I am in there, I would like to do the spring upgrade mentioned in this thread, and put new fork oil in, and the whole shi-bang.
I have the service manual printed off, so I'll be able to take the caliper/front wheel off, never done this before, any tricks or tips?
I'd like to replace the seals and springs and anything else in there that may come with a seal replacement kit. Where do I find the best place to find a fork component replacement kit and what all am I looking for exactly?
Also I have done some research and have found a fork kit, that comes with spacers (?) and some sort of washer (I am assuming goes between the spring and spacer..?). Here is the link http://www.phatperformanceparts.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=PROG-FORK&CartID=
Or am I looking for simply this?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Progressive...5|Model:Vmax+1200&hash=item2a41ef7c42&vxp=mtr
However, I'd like to replace the fork seals, is this the item?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Yamaha-VMX-...H_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item232792ee76&vxp=mtr
Also, should I replace other components and where can I find them?
I found this thread with additional information:
http://www.vmaxforum.net/showthread.php?t=4656
After reading that thread, looks like I should be looking for Progressive Springs, Dust seals, Oil Seals, Copper Gaskets, retaining clip and new oil.
Best places to get all this stuff? (Yamaha parts best or really no diff?)
Sean says use that synthetic power steering fluid in his video, but others going with Silkolene fork oil?
Also, are there advantages to lowering the forks?
I'm not opposed to that notion, what's that good for, advantages, etc?
What about this kit?
How the hell does one piece that together?
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/49594/i/progressive-suspension-fork-lowering-kit
I have watched Sean's Video, but that's not an early 1st gen,....and I'm not sure what size pvc he uses for that homemade tool, or better way..?
LIke I said, i have the manual (printed off in black and white). I'd like to do this whole process myself, and have rebuilt the carbs, so I am up for learning and doing this....
Thnx brothers, please let me know what you think....
-Boo
I have a 1985 Vmax. I NEED to put new seals in my front forks, and while I am in there, I would like to do the spring upgrade mentioned in this thread, and put new fork oil in, and the whole shi-bang.
I have the service manual printed off, so I'll be able to take the caliper/front wheel off, never done this before, any tricks or tips?
I'd like to replace the seals and springs and anything else in there that may come with a seal replacement kit. Where do I find the best place to find a fork component replacement kit and what all am I looking for exactly?
Also I have done some research and have found a fork kit, that comes with spacers (?) and some sort of washer (I am assuming goes between the spring and spacer..?). Here is the link http://www.phatperformanceparts.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=PROG-FORK&CartID=
Or am I looking for simply this?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Progressive...5|Model:Vmax+1200&hash=item2a41ef7c42&vxp=mtr
However, I'd like to replace the fork seals, is this the item?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Yamaha-VMX-...H_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item232792ee76&vxp=mtr
Also, should I replace other components and where can I find them?
I found this thread with additional information:
http://www.vmaxforum.net/showthread.php?t=4656
After reading that thread, looks like I should be looking for Progressive Springs, Dust seals, Oil Seals, Copper Gaskets, retaining clip and new oil.
Best places to get all this stuff? (Yamaha parts best or really no diff?)
Sean says use that synthetic power steering fluid in his video, but others going with Silkolene fork oil?
Also, are there advantages to lowering the forks?
I'm not opposed to that notion, what's that good for, advantages, etc?
What about this kit?
How the hell does one piece that together?
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/49594/i/progressive-suspension-fork-lowering-kit
I have watched Sean's Video, but that's not an early 1st gen,....and I'm not sure what size pvc he uses for that homemade tool, or better way..?
LIke I said, i have the manual (printed off in black and white). I'd like to do this whole process myself, and have rebuilt the carbs, so I am up for learning and doing this....
Thnx brothers, please let me know what you think....
-Boo
