Hey guys,
new to the forum.
Been meaning to join for a while as I thought about showing my rebuild in stages. Bought this bike a few months ago for winter project. (Had many bikes and learn as I go)
I got a 1968 Triumph T120 hardtail, it has a raked HD front end with chopper forks (Showa Japan).
Its one of those bikes that every single thing you open or check there is an issue..
When I drained the front forks about 2 drops came out, they were bone dry. Seals were F##ked, missing O rings etc..
Bought new seal kit after tracking down what part is but hesitant to install them yet.
It seems in its previous life someone has chipped away to get seals out, there are some indents inside where the seals will sit.
I have attached pics and interested to hear anyone's opinion as to whether they will seal okay? Or If anyone could suggest a good option to increase sealing? I'm wondering if there is some kind of sealant I could add to fill those indents before adding my seals.
Appreciate any useful advice on this!
Cheers
new to the forum.
Been meaning to join for a while as I thought about showing my rebuild in stages. Bought this bike a few months ago for winter project. (Had many bikes and learn as I go)
I got a 1968 Triumph T120 hardtail, it has a raked HD front end with chopper forks (Showa Japan).
Its one of those bikes that every single thing you open or check there is an issue..
When I drained the front forks about 2 drops came out, they were bone dry. Seals were F##ked, missing O rings etc..
Bought new seal kit after tracking down what part is but hesitant to install them yet.
It seems in its previous life someone has chipped away to get seals out, there are some indents inside where the seals will sit.
I have attached pics and interested to hear anyone's opinion as to whether they will seal okay? Or If anyone could suggest a good option to increase sealing? I'm wondering if there is some kind of sealant I could add to fill those indents before adding my seals.
Appreciate any useful advice on this!
Cheers
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