progressive fork spring oil
01-05-2008, 01:24 PM
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progressive fork spring oil
Just fitted progressive fork springs any idea on the best weight fork oil
01-05-2008, 03:07 PM
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RE: progressive fork spring oil
I've typically used 15W
01-05-2008, 03:58 PM
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RE: progressive fork spring oil
Congratulations on doing the best and cheapest front end mod there is. I use a 50/50 mix of 10w and 15w. Works best for me.
01-05-2008, 06:15 PM
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RE: progressive fork spring oil
15w
01-06-2008, 04:07 AM
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RE: progressive fork spring oil
I just put a 5weight oil in to flush the forks. The oil was black
I will warm oil and drop for a good 15 weight.Thanks for your help
01-06-2008, 11:04 AM
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RE: progressive fork spring oil
I use the stock oil in mine with my progressive springs and they are plenty firm, but not stiff.
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