JB Weld likely won't be strong enough to hold up to the oil since it's an epoxy. Eventually it will fail.
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Originally posted by Tmod View PostOn the untouched damping rod I removed from the pre forks there are only 2 holes, I don't know how many clicker positions you have but if it is 3 you would have 2 holes and a blank, Just as the post has 3 holes and a blank for a 4 position adjuster. Now if someone modified the damping rod on your bike that is a one off and will not count as a baseline.
I know you are a very wise suspension expert but, there are 3 holes on the damping rod.
What year forks did you take apart ?
The forks I took apart are 100% untouched with only 12000 miles (hence the reason I bought them). They are from a 1991 model and have 3 numbers on the adjustment dial.
One hole on the damper rod is very, very tiny. Its almost the size of a pin hole.My Katana-1100 17" wheel swap
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Originally posted by katanarider View PostTmod... This needs to be addressed.
I know you are a very wise suspension expert but, there are 3 holes on the damping rod.
What year forks did you take apart ?
The forks I took apart are 100% untouched with only 12000 miles (hence the reason I bought them). They are from a 1991 model and have 3 numbers on the adjustment dial.
One hole on the damper rod is very, very tiny. Its almost the size of a pin hole.
Tmod
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1991 model fork damper, 600cc
First picture...Damper Rod holes : Left #1 (smallest) and on the right #2 (slightly bigger)
Second picture...Damper rod holes : Left side #2 (middle hole) , Right side #3 (biggest hole)Last edited by katanarider; 04-06-2014, 03:48 PM.My Katana-1100 17" wheel swap
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1991 600cc
Damper Rod #1 (smallest) and #3 (Biggest) settingsLast edited by katanarider; 04-06-2014, 03:48 PM.My Katana-1100 17" wheel swap
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#1 largest hole, #2 second hole, #3 no hole.
Since the part number is different for the 750 vs the 600 damper rods maybe I have a 750 set.
Tmod
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Originally posted by Pugga View PostIs this worth doing with just the new springs and oils?
If the springs are old and worn, then yes.
If the oil is old, then yes.
Make sure and use new fork oil seals. I went with Suzuki's own fork seals. I have put 11,000 miles since the rebuild and have not had any issues with the fork oil seals.
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Originally posted by squiggy View PostIf the existing springs are not calibrated for your weight, then yes.
If the springs are old and worn, then yes.
If the oil is old, then yes.
Make sure and use new fork oil seals. I went with Suzuki's own fork seals. I have put 11,000 miles since the rebuild and have not had any issues with the fork oil seals.
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Originally posted by Pugga View PostI could honestly answer yes to all 3 of those.
Originally posted by Pugga View PostI think I'll skip the emulators though, that seems like it might be beyond my comfort level at the moment.
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Squiggy, last couple question for you. I did the spring rate calculator on Racetech's website and came up right in the middle of 2 spring rates, the .90 and the .95. With your .90 springs, do you have any regrets or wish you'd gone with stiffer springs? I have been losing weight, I'm at 185 and dropping so I'll get down to a weight where their calculator will tell me I need .90 kg/mm springs but just wondering if they're stiff enough or too stiff from someone who has them. I'll be doing springs only, no cartridges yet.
Lastly, did you do anything to the rear or just upgrade the forks and still on a stock rear?
Thanks
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Originally posted by Pugga View Postdo you have any regrets or wish you'd gone with stiffer springs?
The purpose of springs, or even the whole suspension for that matter, is not to provide soft cushion comfort but to keep the wheel(s) on the road, to aid in providing traction for the tires.
Originally posted by Pugga View PostLastly, did you do anything to the rear or just upgrade the forks and still on a stock rear?
The 750 rear shock is fully adjustable. What can be done is have Tmod (Terry) either rebuild yours, if you have a 750, or purchase one from him. He cab custom rebuild the OEM shock to your needs. He is a member here and you can PM if you wish. He is active in this suspension section as that is what he deals with.
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Try contacting resident suspension guru tmod. IN fact he might be able to get you a better price on the parts.-Steve
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