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el_d00der1n0 · 05-02-2008, 01:05 PM

I recently got a used Tora 302, and one of the wipers is apparently letting oil through. I have some oilly mud on the stantions around where the seal appears to have been compromised.

So, what do I need to do? Is this a rebuild, or do I just need to replace the wipers? I'm prolly gonna do whatever myself. I'm not afraid of a project like this. Problem is, I'm not sure what the fix is.

TIA

silverspot · 05-02-2008, 01:26 PM

Czech it: http://www.enduroforkseals.com/id48.html

I think a rebuild is in order...

el_d00der1n0 · 05-02-2008, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by silverspot

Czech it: http://www.enduroforkseals.com/id48.html

I think a rebuild is in order...

i thought so too, since i'd be in there already, but what all is involved in a rebuild? is that an oil change too? bushings?

silverspot · 05-02-2008, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by el_d00der1n0

i thought so too, since i'd be in there already, but what all is involved in a rebuild? is that an oil change too? bushings?

Yup, oil change too while you're at it. You gotta dump the old oil anyway, may as well throw some new oil in it.

station · 05-02-2008, 01:41 PM

I would get a used REBA. just saying.

el_d00der1n0 · 05-02-2008, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by station

I would get a used REBA. just saying.

you selling one for like 75 bucks???

COLEKO · 05-02-2008, 01:44 PM

This is off subject but the title reminded me of my Father. He was there when they were filming parts of the movie Tora Tora Tora. At the time he didint know what was going on. He was just out diving in the water spearing fish when there was explosions and planes flying over.

station · 05-02-2008, 01:46 PM

Well, look at it this way. Take the $75 (or more) you are about to spend rebuilding the Tora and put it on a REBA. That's $75 off son! No how sweet a deal is that? This isn't helping is it? I'll shush up now.

el_d00der1n0 · 05-02-2008, 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by COLEKO

This is off subject but the title reminded me of my Father. He was there when they were filming parts of the movie Tora Tora Tora. At the time he didint know what was going on. He was just out diving in the water spearing fish when there was explosions and planes flying over.

that's hilarious. i didn't know if anyone would make the connection.

quaestionis · 05-02-2008, 01:47 PM

That was random.

And pretty cool!

el_d00der1n0 · 05-02-2008, 01:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by station

Well, look at it this way. Take the $75 (or more) you are about to spend rebuilding the Tora and put it on a REBA. That's $75 off son! No how sweet a deal is that? This isn't helping is it? I'll shush up now.

it won't cost me that much will it???

silverspot · 05-02-2008, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by el_d00der1n0

it won't cost me that much will it???

It will probably cost you about $35 or so - $25ish for the enduro seal kit and $10ish for the oil.

el_d00der1n0 · 05-02-2008, 06:18 PM

i'm gonna break out the zinn's, but you guys know any special tools i'll need???

Mtnbkrdr98 · 05-02-2008, 06:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by silverspot

Czech it: http://www.enduroforkseals.com/id48.html

I think a rebuild is in order...

I had them put on my revelation and that was a long time ago and the fork seems more stictiony than with the rock shock seals. i want to go back to rock shock seals becuase it seems the fork was smoother before.

maybe the OP should get new Rock Shock seals instead?

Rockinthecasbah · 05-02-2008, 08:09 PM

I know everyone is busy trying to get you to spend a bunch of money.. but how much oil are we talking about?? all rockshock forks weap a little bit of oil and it is perfectly fine

92se-r · 05-03-2008, 01:27 AM

Let me know if you need help. I've done a few RS forks and a few Marz forks and a Fox 36 fork now.

el_d00der1n0 · 05-03-2008, 02:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Rockinthecasbah

I know everyone is busy trying to get you to spend a bunch of money.. but how much oil are we talking about?? all rockshock forks weap a little bit of oil and it is perfectly fine

not a lot, but it looks like it's just coming out of one little spot. it looks like the wiper might have a little warp in it right there.

BrewMaster · 05-03-2008, 06:16 AM

duct tape?

el_d00der1n0 · 05-03-2008, 05:45 PM

i found the service guide, and i will prolly do the overhaul soon. i don't know if my leak is bad enough though.

i'll post the work on the overhaul if anyone's interested.

Rockinthecasbah · 05-03-2008, 05:54 PM

post a pic of the leakage, all of my RS forks get a weapy ring that if not wiped down a couple times a week looks bad

05-02-2008, 01:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
el_d00der1n0 STR Veteran	Tora Tora Tora I recently got a used Tora 302, and one of the wipers is apparently letting oil through. I have some oilly mud on the stantions around where the seal appears to have been compromised. So, what do I need to do? Is this a rebuild, or do I just need to replace the wipers? I'm prolly gonna do whatever myself. I'm not afraid of a project like this. Problem is, I'm not sure what the fix is. TIA

05-02-2008, 01:47 PM	#10 (permalink)
quaestionis Isaiah 52:7	That was random. And pretty cool! __________________ Check out my MTB Blog

05-02-2008, 08:09 PM	#15 (permalink)
Rockinthecasbah A.D.D. unleashed	I know everyone is busy trying to get you to spend a bunch of money.. but how much oil are we talking about?? all rockshock forks weap a little bit of oil and it is perfectly fine __________________ All Previous Races and Events 50% offf check it out !!!!!!!!!!! Get that pic you almost bought for half off !!!! http://www.RobbinsPictures.com

05-03-2008, 01:27 AM	#16 (permalink)
92se-r STR Veteran	Let me know if you need help. I've done a few RS forks and a few Marz forks and a Fox 36 fork now. __________________

05-03-2008, 06:16 AM	#18 (permalink)
BrewMaster Thirsty	duct tape? __________________ “Very few are meant for a life of notoriety, yet all of us are meant for a life of significance." Erwin McManus, Wide Awake

05-02-2008, 01:26 PM	#2 (permalink)
silverspot Granny Ringer	Czech it: http://www.enduroforkseals.com/id48.html I think a rebuild is in order...

05-02-2008, 01:41 PM	#5 (permalink)
station Is this thing on?	I would get a used REBA. just saying.

05-02-2008, 01:44 PM	#7 (permalink)
COLEKO The Flying Hawaiian	This is off subject but the title reminded me of my Father. He was there when they were filming parts of the movie Tora Tora Tora. At the time he didint know what was going on. He was just out diving in the water spearing fish when there was explosions and planes flying over.

05-02-2008, 01:46 PM	#8 (permalink)
station Is this thing on?	Well, look at it this way. Take the $75 (or more) you are about to spend rebuilding the Tora and put it on a REBA. That's $75 off son! No how sweet a deal is that? This isn't helping is it? I'll shush up now.

05-02-2008, 06:18 PM	#13 (permalink)
el_d00der1n0 STR Veteran	i'm gonna break out the zinn's, but you guys know any special tools i'll need???

05-03-2008, 05:45 PM	#19 (permalink)
el_d00der1n0 STR Veteran	i found the service guide, and i will prolly do the overhaul soon. i don't know if my leak is bad enough though. i'll post the work on the overhaul if anyone's interested.

05-03-2008, 05:54 PM	#20 (permalink)
Rockinthecasbah A.D.D. unleashed	post a pic of the leakage, all of my RS forks get a weapy ring that if not wiped down a couple times a week looks bad __________________ All Previous Races and Events 50% offf check it out !!!!!!!!!!! Get that pic you almost bought for half off !!!! http://www.RobbinsPictures.com

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