I have my stock 02 sporty 39mm forks disassembled and the springs out. I am looking to lower the front end about 3-4". After doing some research online I have decide to cut the springs and use pvc spacers.
From what I have read the coils should be cut from the end where the coils or more spaced out (the left side in the pic). A piece of pvc should be cut to match the height of the cut of piece of coil and inserted down in fork tube. The spring should then be inserted back into the tube with the tighter coils resting on top of the pvc and the cut end coming out the top of the tube.
My questions are, first does this sound correct? Second how much should I cut off to get about 3-4 inches? Lastly, should I use a heavier weight oil in the fork tubes and if so what weight? Thanks in advance for any help.
From what I have read the coils should be cut from the end where the coils or more spaced out (the left side in the pic). A piece of pvc should be cut to match the height of the cut of piece of coil and inserted down in fork tube. The spring should then be inserted back into the tube with the tighter coils resting on top of the pvc and the cut end coming out the top of the tube.
My questions are, first does this sound correct? Second how much should I cut off to get about 3-4 inches? Lastly, should I use a heavier weight oil in the fork tubes and if so what weight? Thanks in advance for any help.
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