Fork stanchion wear repair, Please Advise!

[RavenShield]

Hi guys, i bought a bike with some stanchion wear.

Are there places that repair it, or do you replace stanchion?

Any idea on price of repair or replace?

Any advice welcome!

Regards

 

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[shaper]

Alas a new fork, cannot be repaired. To replace will cost almost as much as a new fork.

 

Did the seller advise the state of the fork? If not then I would request my money back or money enough to cover for a replacement fork.

[Pete the Pirate]

I was given a fork with similar wear pattern two years ago. I installed Enduro seals and it works perfectly to this day, no leaking. I have also noticed absolutely no difference in performance to any of my other forks.

Just ride the damn thing.

Good luck and happy cycling.

[Eldron]

I was given a fork with similar wear pattern two years ago. I installed Enduro seals and it works perfectly to this day, no leaking. I have also noticed absolutely no difference in performance to any of my other forks.

Just ride the damn thing.

Good luck and happy cycling.

 

+1

 

It may look knackered but it is works fine and doesn't let the oil out use it until it dies.

 

Repair bill will be crippling!

[PeterF]

Probably R3500 - R4000 to replace the stanchions.  You could probably get a good 2nd hand fork for this much.

[Bomberman]

+1

 

It may look knackered but it is works fine and doesn't let the oil out use it until it dies.

 

Repair bill will be crippling!

Im with Eldron, use it till it dies. This will give you time to save up for a new one.

[JXV]

That wear pattern is matched inside by corresponding wear of the bushings. Both stanchion and bushings must be replaced to repair it and it may not be economically viable. Keep riding and keep an eye out for a decent used replacement.

 

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[Eldron]

Im with Eldron, use it till it dies. This will give you time to save up for a new one.

 

As a previous user said - do change the wipers and foam rings! This is a relatively cheap way to extend what life that fork has left.

[Eddy Gordo]

Make use of Brunox Stanchion oil. Should help in prolonging the life of that fork

[fabes]

As a previous user said - do change the wipers and foam rings! This is a relatively cheap way to extend what life that fork has left.

Thanks Eldron you just saved me a lot of money

[RavenShield]

Eish, not exactly what i was hoping to hear, but thanx for the feedback!!

Will i be able to order new bushings and seals and replace them myself or are special tools needed?

[shaper]

You can order the parts and oil and do it yourself, fairly easy to do, no special tools, couple of socket spanners is all you need.

 

Fox even show you how to service your fork with easy to follow pics http://service.foxracingshox.com/consumers/Content/Service/Forks/1.0_Fork_Disassembly.htm

 

For the replacement oil http://service.foxracingshox.com/consumers/Content/Service/oil_volumes.htm

[JXV]

Eish, not exactly what i was hoping to hear, but thanx for the feedback!!

Will i be able to order new bushings and seals and replace them myself or are special tools needed?

To do the lowers service which includes seals, foam rings and fork oil for lubricating stanchions .... and maybe a new crush washer or two is quite easy. You can buy the parts at your LBS or order online and download the manual. Be careful on your choice of fork oil and the volume. Generally, different oils are used to lube stanchions than those used for dampers. Fox has a chart you can download. Personally, if compatible, I would use Fox Gold, specifically made for lubing lowers and not damping. You'll only need 30ml or so per side and fork oil is usually sold by the litre so you may be able to make a deal with the LBS for a smaller amount .

 

To replace the stanchions and fork bushings is a bit more complex. Better to send it to a specialist for this so you'll be sure its done right. The cost may not be worthwhile so get quotes before you commit.

 

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[Paul Ruinaard]

+1

 

It may look knackered but it is works fine and doesn't let the oil out use it until it dies.

 

Repair bill will be crippling!

I just had to replace a Stanchion and came to the conclusion I could have bought a good second hand fork for the price of all the repairs. Dont do it.

 

Ride till it breaks completely - koop nuwe een.

 

Problem solved.

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[Tankman]

Make use of Brunox Stanchion oil. Should help in prolonging the life of that fork

 

 

Please dont!!

 

Throw that sh*t in the bin!!

 

I will post some photos of how that sh*t stuffs up your foamrings.  It becomes a black sticky dirt magnet mess!

 

Rather have your fork serviced on a regular basis, which will mean clean oil, clean oil in rebound and clean dustwipers and foamrings.

 

 

 

You dont lube your chain with Q20, do you? 

[Eddy Gordo]

Please dont!!

 

Throw that sh*t in the bin!!

 

I will post some photos of how that sh*t stuffs up your foamrings.  It becomes a black sticky dirt magnet mess!

 

Rather have your fork serviced on a regular basis, which will mean clean oil, clean oil in rebound and clean dustwipers and foamrings.

 

 

 

You dont lube your chain with Q20, do you? 

Interesting. Are you referring to the lube or the Fork Lube?