I am going to try a Seal Mate first.....but it says I need to pry the dust seal up with a small screwdriver. I have done this before on a mtn bike, but the seal was much closer to the top. I have the conventional forks on my 2003 and the dust seal edge is pretty far down in there. Any tips on getting it up without damaging it?
If I do end up having to change the seals, what size special tool will I need to hold the cartridge while removing it? Is it 27mm? In the past with forks from other bikes I have just used an impact wrench and loosened the allen bolt while the fork is still assembled. Then when the fork is taken apart it is easy to remove. Is there any reason why I have never seen anyone mention this method with KDX forks? Thanks.
If I do end up having to change the seals, what size special tool will I need to hold the cartridge while removing it? Is it 27mm? In the past with forks from other bikes I have just used an impact wrench and loosened the allen bolt while the fork is still assembled. Then when the fork is taken apart it is easy to remove. Is there any reason why I have never seen anyone mention this method with KDX forks? Thanks.