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Re: G2 shock absorbers

Posted: Mon Dec 10, 2018 8:42 pm
by Duncan
Ozmadman wrote:
Bernie.Jones wrote:Thanks - that looks like it could be a cheaper option if I can get them apart. Looks like the shrouds are available on eBay in a variety of sizes.
Cheers,
Bernie
you will need to push down hard on the top shroud to release the two halves of the retaining ring that sits in the top, that's all and not too difficult really
Dont forget to turn the adjuster collar round to minimum to reduce the preload on the springs.

Re: G2 shock absorbers

Posted: Mon Dec 10, 2018 9:41 pm
by Bernie.Jones
Thanks all, will give it a go.

Cheers,
Bernie

Re: G2 shock absorbers

Posted: Tue Dec 11, 2018 8:41 am
by Mick D
Hi

If you feel the need to make a spring compressor exhaust flanges and studding are a good place to start:
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Regards Mick

Re: G2 shock absorbers

Posted: Tue Dec 11, 2018 12:16 pm
by Bernie.Jones
Great idea! Thanks Mick.

Re: G2 shock absorbers

Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2018 7:25 pm
by SPRIDDLER
For interest and by coincidence I've just seen this rather clever idea using a bath sealant 'gun', although I'm not sure if it work on your units........


Re: G2 shock absorbers

Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2018 9:31 am
by Bernie.Jones
Ingenious! I think we will have to find out.... will post back the results later today.

Many thanks,
Bernie