I used 4 shims and just the one spring to lower it 1"

 

Nope. Neither do I. I machined a cap to fit but you can buy one online.

 

Pain in the *** to do?

 

Easy peasy. Taking off all the stuff to get the forks out takes longer than doing the install.

 

Any special tools?

 

Deez nutz......

 

Took some stuff to Carol's house. Among the things she asked for (all stuff already at my house) was her collection of plastic grocery bags (that's just another thing to get in the way to me) for when/if she gets down to paper towels. She was delighted when I pulled the stuff out of the van and there was a 12 pack of Charmin. Sometimes it's fun to surprise people.

Lot of people out enjoying the sun today (supposed to get a snowstorm tomorrow), although I only saw two motorcycles. Minnysoda people seem to be mostly going along with all the requested safety measures, but did see a group of boys playing soccer on a school field. They're probably safe, hope they're not orphans next month.

 

The fork cap socket and a 6MM Allen wrench, both of which I have.

 

Evening gents!

Glad to hear the results are satisfactory Greg. I know just a new set of tires makes the bike feel so much better.

Got the FJ in for a wash. I got caught in a soaker the other day and it looked pretty rough. Good as new again.

Oil and filter change on the ATV today, which means all the toys are ready to go! Well three toys and one lawnmower anyway.

 

Any specific species??