Bert,
Engine oil is not a good idea for lever shocks because it has detergents
that can damage seals. You want to use a hydraulic fluid. I heard of
people using the heaviest hi-performance Harley Davidson fork oil (Screaming
Eagle?) with good results.
Greg
CD6250L
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bert Van der Stee" <bert.van.der.stee@pandora.be>
To: "6 Pack List" <6pack@autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, June 11, 2003 3:54 PM
Subject: Rear shocks "refill"
> Hi,
> does anyone have experience with "refilling" the rear levertype shocks ?
> Mine are worn and my mechanic told me that I should try filling up with
old
> engine oil. If they don't leak the shocks should be back up to the task.
> Did anyone try this and with what type of oil ?
> Rgds
> Bert
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