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  • How to remove fork caps

    This is a very intelligent design. It's not budging.

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    80 SG, --- Slightly modified with EFI.....

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    • #3
      Basically, vent off the pressure, then unscrew.
      80 SG, --- Slightly modified with EFI.....

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        With the Schrader valve and cap removed, I would use a large crescent wrench and apply some heat with a propane torch if needed.
        2H7 (79) owned since '89
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        "If it ain't broke, modify it"

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        • #5
          Fork cap installation tool. bikerphil post #16. I made one of these for myself. It's a game changer!


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          • #6
            Originally posted by bikerphil View Post
            With the Schrader valve and cap removed, I would use a large crescent wrench and apply some heat with a propane torch if needed.
            That did the trick. Thank you

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            • #7
              Originally posted by jetmechmarty View Post
              I made one of these for myself. It's a game changer!
              Yep, that tool sure makes it easy installing those awkwardly shaped caps.


              2H7 (79) owned since '89
              3H3 owned since '06

              "If it ain't broke, modify it"

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              • #8
                Originally posted by Banshee's Veil View Post

                That did the trick. Thank you
                That's good news, your'e welcome.
                2H7 (79) owned since '89
                3H3 owned since '06

                "If it ain't broke, modify it"

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