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Originally Posted by smokinrider
the problem is i cannot get the bolt loose in the bottom of the fork. the manual says use an impact gun with the fork assembled so the spring tension stops the insides from turning, (this hasnt worked)
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From the above I take it that
you are turning the bottom bolt around ... but the internals are turning with it. This is not uncommon. Is the fork still on the bike?
Yes. Ok .. put as much weight on the front end as possible to increase the force on the spring and thus onto the 'internals' to hold them while you turn the bottom bolt. If you spin it lots then you are simply grinding the two surfaces together to make it spin easier...STOP IT. And take it to someone who will help.
No. Similar to the 'Yes' answer - you need to compress the fork leg as much as possible to increase the force on the 'internals' so as to hold them stationary while you turn the bottom bolt. Some ratchet transport straps from the fork bottom (use the axle?) to the fork top (use the top tee?)
The impact driver simply uses speed (inertia of the internals) to get the job done.. if it spins with this then you'll have some metal filings to clean out.
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