Y yzeater ~SPONSOR~ May 21, 2001 1,995 0 Aug 30, 2001 #1 I would like to adjust my preload, but I don't have a tool to do so. I think I need a spanner wrench, but I don't have enough money to buy one. Is there anything else I can use? Thanks
I would like to adjust my preload, but I don't have a tool to do so. I think I need a spanner wrench, but I don't have enough money to buy one. Is there anything else I can use? Thanks
Jeremy Wilkey Owner, MX-Tech Jan 28, 2000 1,453 0 Aug 30, 2001 #2 YZE, A hammer and a soft punch to losen the lock ring and then hand turn the tensioing ring.. Jer
S smilinicon Member Feb 20, 2001 95 0 Sep 3, 2001 #3 With the locknut loose and the bike on a stand, you can grab the spring and turn it to turn the adjuster. Spray with WD-40 first to lube the threads.
With the locknut loose and the bike on a stand, you can grab the spring and turn it to turn the adjuster. Spray with WD-40 first to lube the threads.