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A bit frustrated, I've rebuilt many forks but never Norton - they are the N15CS Roadholders with lowers from disc brake Commando. Just sitting there they leak past the seals overnight - no need to even compress them.
Before starting, I carefully examined all the dimensions of all parts since I had both N15CS and Commando sets. They mate up fine, so I can't see that being an issue - every internal dimension was the same. The seals are new quality metal ones, the bushings are new, the right oil capacity/weight is in there. Used complete fork kit 06-7092. Paper washer is there, no damage anywhere - assembly was straightforward, fully cleaned and no forcing needed.
I took them out to examine and nothing's damaged. The only difference between these forks and others I've rebuilt is they are stainless steel stanchions, not the usual hard chrome. I thought maybe polishing the stanchions but Mike at Walridge says he's not had any reports of this and he's always been straight up and helpful. Polishing is the only thing I can think of but it's a wild guess and possibly a waste of time.
Any help greatly appreciated ~Tom
Before starting, I carefully examined all the dimensions of all parts since I had both N15CS and Commando sets. They mate up fine, so I can't see that being an issue - every internal dimension was the same. The seals are new quality metal ones, the bushings are new, the right oil capacity/weight is in there. Used complete fork kit 06-7092. Paper washer is there, no damage anywhere - assembly was straightforward, fully cleaned and no forcing needed.
I took them out to examine and nothing's damaged. The only difference between these forks and others I've rebuilt is they are stainless steel stanchions, not the usual hard chrome. I thought maybe polishing the stanchions but Mike at Walridge says he's not had any reports of this and he's always been straight up and helpful. Polishing is the only thing I can think of but it's a wild guess and possibly a waste of time.
Any help greatly appreciated ~Tom