This video document all of the tasks required to replace the for seals on this 2002 Harley Davidson Sportster as part of a standard fork rebuild project. technocoma.blog...
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@dennyandangiemiller697 Жыл бұрын
Great job on this video. No obnoxious music, no theatrics, to the point. Wish all videos were like yours
@retrotechandelectronics Жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@scotthegge85913 жыл бұрын
Not a bad video. But it's a good idea to break the damper rod bolt loose B4 removing the top cap. Spring pressure helps keep the damper rod from spinning. They can be a real bear. It's also easier to bleed the air out B4 putting the spring and cap back in. Just pump it up and down a few times slowly. Believe me, these tips will help.
@scotthegge85913 жыл бұрын
Forgot to mention loosening the top cap B4 removing from bike. Just loosen triple clamp bolt first.
@jovansanchez225510 ай бұрын
I wish I would had read all this earlier. I was having trouble removing both bolts.
@spencerdewasha8764Ай бұрын
Very helpful!! I just did my seals on my 2005 Harley. Watching video made it very easy
@retrotechandelectronicsАй бұрын
Great to hear!
@XBElement6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this, I love how you edited this to be quick and to the the point. You do a very good job not over explaining things and just showing us how to do it.
@retrotechandelectronics6 жыл бұрын
Oh man, youd hate my electronics video's then :)
@jimbernard89645 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. I came into possession of an '05 Sportster and noticed oil on the forks. You've inspired me to do it myself.
@retrotechandelectronics5 жыл бұрын
Good luck. It is a rewarding project, and inexpensive if you do it yourself.
@kevinwilliams93805 жыл бұрын
Nice job, have a few weeks ago brought my 95 Harley Davidson 883 sportster. These videos helping me learn about my machine. She has been well looked after since she was new but still ,,,,
@retrotechandelectronics5 жыл бұрын
Dont miss oil changes.....dont run a loapy idle, and it will run just fine forever...
@deltilt99106 жыл бұрын
Best fork seal replacement video! Thank you very much!
@retrotechandelectronics6 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, thanx for watchin'
@ant48125 ай бұрын
Thanks for this. You just saved me from spending about a hundred bucks on the proper fork seal installer. I'll be going to the plumbing store instead.
@leeroymonsivaiz62442 жыл бұрын
If I could give 1k likes I would one of the best videos on how to replace fork seal
@retrotechandelectronics2 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@artgraves68036 жыл бұрын
I will be doing this in a couple of weeks. Great video, answered all my questions! Thanks
@retrotechandelectronics6 жыл бұрын
Glad I could answer all of your questions.. Good luck
@GaryLordsWayMinistry5 жыл бұрын
Very good, direct and to the point video, very well done men.
@retrotechandelectronics5 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@raven0ne4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this! Been using this video for the last few days and it helped alot!!
@retrotechandelectronics4 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@moustachemike71286 жыл бұрын
I know it moved along pretty quick ..while ya have it apart go ahead and check the dampener for tru,,some times they get bent..along with that also the legs..just an fyi...And replace the wiper rings as well...
@toys4all741 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for excellent video🙌🏻🏴☠️
@retrotechandelectronics Жыл бұрын
You’re welcome
@kalebhayhurst5 жыл бұрын
Hi I'm about to do mine now your video helped so much.
@retrotechandelectronics5 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help
@christopherpropson81796 жыл бұрын
I have to do this since 6 months ago and haven't gotten the place to do it yet got the parts.
@akowtube6 жыл бұрын
Great video thank you for posting your tips and tricks.
@retrotechandelectronics6 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, thank you.
@mrbreezeet14 жыл бұрын
Is there any concern of the forks going in the triple trees mis-aligned? In other words twisted, to where the axle won't go back in correctly. My seals are not leaking, and I wanted to put some progressive springs in it, and change the oil. Do I need to pull the forks and drain them, or can I just pump the fluid out, and put my New springs in? Is 5 1/2" from the top of where the cap threads in, to the top of the oil about the right level? (with the spring removed, and the fork compressed)
@bandoncontonio82222 жыл бұрын
The only thing that you did the hard way was getting the air out of the bottom of the slider. I was always taught pump the fork tube slowly with no springs in it with fork cap off then measure your fork fluid to get a accurate measurement. Also should always measure your fork oil level not just a set ml amount
@retrotechandelectronics2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the tip.
@bigKANG420 Жыл бұрын
Just did my seals. I think the previous owner misread 30 ft/lbs as 130 ft/lbs on the triple clamp torx bolts
@retrotechandelectronics Жыл бұрын
I often come across bikes assembled with breaker bars
@smokefan874 жыл бұрын
that was a huge help to me man thanks
@retrotechandelectronics4 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear you found it helpful.
@shane80373 жыл бұрын
1. rip leaking parts off the bike 2. go buy some random junk from the hardware store 3. question the factory's design decisions 4. hit everything with a hammer until it looks ok yeah this checks out for Sportster maintenance
@retrotechandelectronics3 жыл бұрын
1. Look for help online to repair something 2. Think you know better after watching the video 3. Compile a meaningless list, so you think you're smart 4. Shitpost as if anyone cares
@shane80373 жыл бұрын
@@retrotechandelectronics glad you enjoyed my comment, thanks for reading
@veronicastewart19594 жыл бұрын
Well guess I should’ve watched the video farther now I know about the PVC pipe ! 😜🧐
@yetisen774 жыл бұрын
This is a great video. thank you
@retrotechandelectronics4 жыл бұрын
Glad to help.
@veronicastewart19594 жыл бұрын
What size Allen wrench did you use ? And what does PVC mean I got lost on that one !! I need to do mine but the chrome piece is rusted can’t use it . What about using a dust boot ? Guess I should finish watching the video and got excited when I found your video guess you could say I jumped the gun ! 🤔 Thanks for making this video !
@retrotechandelectronics4 жыл бұрын
Does this mean all of your questions are now answered?
@veronicastewart19594 жыл бұрын
Retro Tech & Electronics LoL 😂 yes . But I’ll be working on her soon so if I have questions I can ask you ? Thanks for getting back to me !
@bobaladoosh18834 жыл бұрын
Anyone know what size that Allen is used for on the bottom bolt by the tire?
@tonymarchant9083 Жыл бұрын
good vid 👍👍👍👍
@retrotechandelectronics Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@MrHallcore6 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. Thank you very much!
@retrotechandelectronics6 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@abrahamorozco55374 жыл бұрын
Thanks dudes!
@retrotechandelectronics4 жыл бұрын
Here to help.
@christopherpropson81796 жыл бұрын
How do you get the air out of the forks?
@Don-vh9ck5 жыл бұрын
@scott black To the top of the fork. There's a reason you don't overfill the forks. Because you need both air and fluid. so the fluid will eventually displace the air pockets and the air will return to the top of the fork with the rest of the empty space (air)
@paulestrada11505 жыл бұрын
good video i like the editing
@retrotechandelectronics5 жыл бұрын
I have improved editing and stabilization this year. Thanks.
@stangman185 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks
@retrotechandelectronics5 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it.
@freddieparker19222 ай бұрын
Never said what kind of weight oil to use
@jovansanchez22553 жыл бұрын
What kind of oil do u use for the forks and what seals do u recommend?
@retrotechandelectronics3 жыл бұрын
OEM
@zachsmith17315 жыл бұрын
Can you buy the metal covers? I ended up denting my right side one hitting a pot hole
@retrotechandelectronics5 жыл бұрын
You can get these covers online or at your dealer.
@DobermansRock6 жыл бұрын
Would have been nice if you mentioned one thing. The size of PVC you were using. What is it because, that's the bitch of the whole job. Cut a Hex to use in a socket for the lower bolt. Lots easier. Other wise really good video. Thanks for posting.
@retrotechandelectronics6 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it.
@DobermansRock6 жыл бұрын
1.5" PVC worked like a charm for me. Great idea. Cost me .82 cents instead of $45.00 so good on you guys. New seals, some bellray 20W and a couple hours. Too easy and my bike rides better than new with the good seals and fluid. Out of pocket the job cost me $33 total. At a shop that could have been a lot more. I'm an aircraft mechanic by trade so this was simple stuff. Just had to see it done once after reading the book. Check my videos. 00 Dyna with a fun engine I built. Cheers
@eddiearndt19494 жыл бұрын
Will this method work on a 2009 886 sportster custom?
@retrotechandelectronics4 жыл бұрын
Ive never heard of an 886, is this a bored out 883??
@brianhartman50722 жыл бұрын
This helps me a lot t.y
@retrotechandelectronics2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome.
@michaeldiy15105 жыл бұрын
What oil viscosity is go for your bike ?
@retrotechandelectronics5 жыл бұрын
check with your local dealer, depends on your climate
@mrhoya145 жыл бұрын
I have a 2016 sportster 48. Same proccess as these? Shop wants to charge me $225 to replace both sides
@retrotechandelectronics5 жыл бұрын
I can't be sure, probably not far off. 225 for both sides is not a bad price for the job.
@robertjamesschumache6 жыл бұрын
what size pvc
@revfarwell01396 жыл бұрын
2"
@revfarwell01396 жыл бұрын
2" with a coupler
@boogerteeth6 жыл бұрын
How much does a job like this usually cost?
@retrotechandelectronics6 жыл бұрын
No idea, Ive never paid to have it done.... Assume 2hrs labour at a shop $180 + parts
@1cmfg4 жыл бұрын
The fork seals are pretty cheap actually less then $15.00 @ your local dealership. I used hydrolic fluid in place of the Harley fork oil. Which I personally think was a better and cheaper choice.
@foleydave264 жыл бұрын
Shouldn't use vasoline on rubber seals.
@retrotechandelectronics4 жыл бұрын
Those seals are still holding up perfect several years later. Think I should rip it out and do it over?
@foleydave264 жыл бұрын
@@retrotechandelectronics no but for future reference vasoline will break down rubber overtime. Oil works well for lubrication.
@silver9111004 жыл бұрын
I see lotsa vw's in the background
@retrotechandelectronics4 жыл бұрын
We do a lot of work on site at an air cooled VW shop. jasonsbugranch.com
@marvelharris95405 жыл бұрын
10.2oz of oil!
@retrotechandelectronics5 жыл бұрын
I can't make it up. That's exactly what it calls for.