leaking bilstein
Can the seals be replaced by an average joe? These have been revalved if that makes a difference. I am assuming the shaft isnt damaged and it is just a seal.
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Everything in it should be serviceable if it has a schrader valve. Take it apart and see. Post pics, too.
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I assume the round metal piece that holds the seals/wipers is threaded into the shock body? There isn't anything to grab a hold of except two very tiny slits maybe a 1/4" along the circumference. Grab this with some channel locks? I can see this not ending well.
I wish Shaikh would respond. Ugh |
Originally Posted by stratosteve
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I assume the round metal piece that holds the seals/wipers is threaded into the shock body? There isn't anything to grab a hold of except two very tiny slits maybe a 1/4" along the circumference. Grab this with some channel locks? I can see this not ending well.
I wish Shaikh would respond. Ugh |
These are already tapped and Shrader valved. So the nitrogen chamber is separate from the oil? Meaning if I release the pressure from the shrader, just the nitrogen is released and no oil?
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It will relieve the pressure in the system so that when you remove the cap whatever fluid is left won't go spraying everywhere
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Does anyone know if FCM's use standard Bilstein oil or something completely different altogether? I can probably source the replacement seals/wipes. I am concerned that I will get it apart and realize it is low on oil.
I am going to inspect the shaft today. It makes no sense why these have gone bad already with the reputation Bilstein has (and FCM for that matter). |
I think I recall reading somewhere that he uses Amsoil shock oil. Apparently the Bilstein stuff isn't particularly good.
Bilstein shocks are durable, but I don't think anyone has ever claimed that they're indestructible. |
Originally Posted by Failure
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I think I recall reading somewhere that he uses Amsoil shock oil. Apparently the Bilstein stuff isn't particularly good.
Bilstein shocks are durable, but I don't think anyone has ever claimed that they're indestructible. This all would be a non issue if FCM would respond to my emails. I described my problem and was given an incorrect diagnosis. Further emails have resulted in no responses. I would think two weeks is more than enough time to respond. |
Steve,
This video may give you some idea/tips on how to put new seals in your Bilstein shocks. But... I've never opened a shock before, so I don't know how relevant the video might be. |
Thanks joe, i watched that yesterday. Probably similar in construction to mine.
Looks like amsoil makes two different shock fluids, so i have a 50% chance of getting that correct. Been pricing out the equipment for filling with nitrogen so i can rebuild in the future. |
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