If anyone else is using the CC volume numbers and thinking they're the oil height from the top of the stanchions in millimeters, I don't think they're going to be pleased with the results. If adding a certain number of CC's, you'll probably want to drain the fork at least overnight and work the shock to make sure all the old oil is out. Even then I'll bet there's still quite a bit in there.
Me on the other hand, I have to ride it tomorrow and was looking for the oil heights so I don't have to goof around. So I just added 10cc to each leg and will try that.
That's certainly confusing, the switch from oil height to volume. I alway thought cc is easier, because it is easier to figure out the volume, vs having to cycle the cartridge.
Frankly the hardest part about measuring volume is finding a measuring cup which does cc's. The last time I found a shot glass with the measurements on the side...
If anyone else is using the CC volume numbers and thinking they're the oil height from the top of the stanchions in millimeters, I don't think they're going to be pleased with the results. If adding a certain number of CC's, you'll probably want to drain the fork at least overnight and work the shock to make sure all the old oil is out. Even then I'll bet there's still quite a bit in there.
If anyone else is using the CC volume numbers and thinking they're the oil height from the top of the stanchions in millimeters, I don't think they're going to be pleased with the results. If adding a certain number of CC's, you'll probably want to drain the fork at least overnight and work the shock to make sure all the old oil is out. Even then I'll bet there's still quite a bit in there.
Me on the other hand, I have to ride it tomorrow and was looking for the oil heights so I don't have to goof around. So I just added 10cc to each leg and will try that.
It's not that complex. Open the fork. Drain out oil. Cycle damper a few times to make sure all oil is out. Add new oil. If fork is not getting full travel, insert a straw, close off the end, and pull it out. Repeat a couple times. Try fork again. If fork bottoms, fill cap of oil bottle and pour capful until fork. Try fork again. Takes a little longer to tune the oil level to your liking, but when you find it where you like it, just remember the oil height, and there you go, you are set.
Yes, still 7.5wt. I usually use Silkone or Maxima 7wt to replace stock.
Even on the closed-cartridge marzocchis (new TST dampers like on the AM1) it's still 7.5wt stock. I'm going to go do an experiment in a few minutes with my AM1, and replace the oil in the damping cart with 5wt bel ray HV1.
I take a syringe and fill it up, so it measures CC's on it. If it bottoms out too easily and it's around the right amount in each leg I'll add 5-10 CC's depending on what I'm looking for. It just makes it easier to put into the forks legs that way. No mess or anything.
But yeah, I like the 2" from the top, fully compressed deal with my shiver. I just cut a zip tie 2" long and stick it down in there. It's easier then trying to find a way to measure 200cc's of fluid. I know they are out there but not like anywhere I know of will have them.
I use 60cc syringes I get at the feed store. Anyone in need, I will pick them up for the cost plus shipping. I usually keep at least 2 around. I use them to put latex in tires too.
*I used to swear by CCs, but once I learned how to measure height, it works just as well. I do cut a straw that is attached to a syringe to suck oil out to get the right height. There is always a syringe involved.
That's certainly confusing, the switch from oil height to volume. I alway thought cc is easier, because it is easier to figure out the volume, vs having to cycle the cartridge.
Frankly the hardest part about measuring volume is finding a measuring cup which does cc's. The last time I found a shot glass with the measurements on the side...
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