ikb Posted December 9, 2009 Report Share Posted December 9, 2009 I'm just about to order some new fork seals and was wondering why there are 2 in each leg? Is it because 80s seals werent up to it? If so I would fit only 1 to reduce friction???? (with suitable spacer). Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nh014 Posted December 12, 2009 Report Share Posted December 12, 2009 Whether or not this is correct is open for discussion, but I've always believed that when installing two seals in one leg, the first (bottom) seal is installed with the open or spring side of the seal facing down to wipe off oil. The second (top) seal is installed upside down (spring side up) to wipe off dust / dirt and protect the bottom seal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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