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Rear Damper
Disassembly/Inspection
Disassembly:
1.
Compress the damper spring with the spring com-
pressor according to the manufacturer's instruc-
tions, then remove the self-locking nut.
CAUTION: Do not compress the spring more than
necessary to remove the nut.
SELF-LOCKING NUT
10 x 1.25 mm
Replace.
STRUT SPRING COMPRESSOR:
(Commercially available)
BRANICK® T/N MST-580A or equivalent
2.
Remove the spring compressor, then disassemble
the damper as shown on the next page.
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Inspection:
1.
Reassemble all parts, except the spring.
2.
Push on the damper assembly as shown.
3. Check for smooth operation through a full stroke,
both compression and extension.
NOTE: The damper should move smoothly.
If it does not (no compression or no extension), the
gas is leaking, and the damper should be replaced.
4.
Check for oil leaks, abnormal noises or binding dur-
ing these tests.
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