docrick wrote:
I ordered mine today. I have a set of forks from my 72 that i am gonna go to work on. When you guys say "late model" inners need to be used what are we considering late model?
Jim i would be interested in what low friction oil you used?
Also i get the feeling my 72 forks will not be "late model"........what Z model damping tubes and fork tubes should i look for?
And one more.....Moo you have mentioned to get optimal handling an inch of travel should be added to the ride height? How many mm of travel and or what height am i looking for in a rear shock, 320mm?
It's preferable to use internals with a steel rather than aluminum damper rod which is the early/late difference I think is referred to. I would suggest using 15wt Torco fork oil then use the valves to tune the action. Springs tuned to the bike/rider weight are key. Progressive springs work well for normal street riding......the raceTech straight rate springs as PK has I think are better for aggressive riding and getting it tuned properly but that's just my opinion. What feels right to one person is crap to the next.
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