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Rear Shock Spanner Wrench Alternative

Started by Atkins, March 31, 2008, 06:13:58 PM

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Affschnozel

#20
April 02, 2008, 12:47:31 AM
I use adjustable quality C-spanner with no problems ,but I also spray WD40 on the shock linkages once in a while

GS loves that stuff more than oil  ;)
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sledge

#21
April 02, 2008, 03:02:47 AM
Quote from: Affschnozel on April 02, 2008, 12:47:31 AM
I use adjustable quality C-spanner with no problems ,but I also spray WD40 on the shock linkages once in a while

GS loves that stuff more than oil  ;)

Not a good idea......WD40 is a penetrant, and with continued use it will find its way into the Needle Roller bearings in the various linkages and dissolve and wash out the grease thats in them.

Affschnozel

#22
April 02, 2008, 12:14:13 PM
I don't think there are bearings in the shock linkage ,so far no problems,I spray just enough to push the water out and prevent corrosion  :thumb:
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ben2go

#23
April 02, 2008, 05:32:36 PM
Quote from: Affschnozel on April 02, 2008, 12:14:13 PM
I don't think there are bearings in the shock linkage ,so far no problems,I spray just enough to push the water out and prevent corrosion  :thumb:

Yep there are bearings in the shock linkage.They are very thin needle bearings.
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Affschnozel

#24
April 03, 2008, 12:00:32 AM Last Edit: April 03, 2008, 12:26:23 AM by Affschnozel
Ah yes sorry,there aren't on the top side that's what got me confused  :oops:

So what do you guys use to get the crud out of the shock linkage and body ?
'97 GS500EV: Sonic Springs 0.85 + 15W 139mm oil level (Euro clip ons+preload caps),125/40 jets Uni filter + stock can, Goodridge SS line , LED blinkers ,Michelin Pilot Activ tyres ,GSXR1000 Rectifier
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sledge

#25
April 03, 2008, 08:10:28 AM
Quote from: Affschnozel on April 03, 2008, 12:00:32 AM
Ah yes sorry,there aren't on the top side that's what got me confused  :oops:

So what do you guys use to get the crud out of the shock linkage and body ?

WD40 would be ok for cleaning just dont spray it directly at the bearings and try not let any get in there.
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