RockShox Indy S Shocks/Forks Service – Disassembly/Clean/Lube/Assembly
I show how to disassemble, clean, lubricate, and re-assemble Rock Shox Indy S suspension forks. This maintenance is recommended every year or 100 hours of riding. The docs say to use 8W. but I used 5W oil, because that is what I had. Tekton Extra Long Hex Bit Socket Set: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B001NT2LK4/ref=nosim/youtube25-20
Replacing A Bent Bike Fork
I replace the bent fork on a 1960’s English 3 speed bicycle. I bought a vintage Dunelt bike, and hadn’t realized the fork was bent. I considered trying to straighten it. If I was going to keep the bike, then maybe. But I was going to sell it, and couldn’t good conscience sell the bike …Read more »
Removing A Seized Seatpost with Coke/Coca-Cola – Does It Work?
I have read and been told that Coca-Cola will work to free a stuck/frozen seatpost. One person even said that after putting Coke in the seat tube for a couple days, the seatpost would slide right out. So I decided to test the Coke method of seatpost removal. I left the frame with Coke in …Read more »
Checking Bike Frame Alignment With String
I show how to check the alignment of a bicycle frame using just a piece of string and a ruler. This is not as accurate as using an actual frame alignment gauge, but is cheap and easily available. If the frame is made of steel, the alignment can probably be fixed. How To Make A …Read more »
How To Disassemble/Clean/Lube/Re-assemble RST 191 CS Forks/Shocks
I show how to tear down, lubricate, and rebuild RST 191CS suspension forks/shocks. These shocks were on a Trek 820 mountain bike. Basic maintenance/service to keep your suspension working and from becoming stiff or frozen. The grease I used is Slickoleum AKA Slick Honey.