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Replaced seals, but still seems to be leaking ???

Posted: Thu Jun 04, 2009 6:14 pm
by reds
Hi guys,

I have just topped up my forks after replacing the seals.

When I push down on them there is a fine layer of oil on the lower leg - is this normal ??? i dont know if it is supposed to do this or not, doesnt seem right to me

is it possible the seals are in the wrong way ? i have them with the flange facing upwards, and the bottom section (facing downwards) is the one with a recess in it with what looks like a spring.

would appreciate any help - before I put them on the bike if they are not right !!!

Re: Replaced seals, but still seems to be leaking ???

Posted: Thu Jun 04, 2009 8:36 pm
by masterofinsanity
think the seals are in the wrong way mate which is why they are leaking still.

Re: Replaced seals, but still seems to be leaking ???

Posted: Thu Jun 04, 2009 11:14 pm
by reds
yeah they were - sorted now thankfully

popped front wheel back in - does the spindle sit completly flush ? as at present theres a couple of mil overhang to the one side (by the speedo drive) whereas the other is flush