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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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      • #4
        With the Schrader valve and cap removed, I would use a large crescent wrench and apply some heat with a propane torch if needed.
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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)
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              "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)
                3H3

                "If it ain't broke, modify it"

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