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From: gt@hpfcla.UUCP
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Subject: Re: Mono-shock/spring leakage
Message-ID: <19000022@hpfcmt.UUCP>
Date: Sat, 2-Nov-85 12:03:00 EST
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Posted: Sat Nov  2 12:03:00 1985
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>>/***** hpfcmt:net.cycle / ihu1g!rls /  7:21 am  Oct 28, 1985*/
>>My 1982 Honda GL500 has started leaking fluid out of the boot
>>around the rear mono-shock/spring.  This is the single spring
>>with pneumatic assist in front of the rear tire.  It seems to
>>get worse when the temp gets below freezing so I believe a seal
>>must be shrinking.
>>
>>Has anyone had any experience servicing one of these?  I do most
>>of my own service but if it takes $200 in special tools I would
>>rather get it done.  If I can do it myself right or wrong I only
>>have myself to blame.  Any comments?
>>
>>				Rick Schieve
>>				...ihnp4!ihu1g!rls
>>/* ---------- */

Most OEM rear single shocks are throw aways.  Save the spring and
order a good aftermarket shock from someone like FOX or Ohlins if 
they make one for your bike.

George Tatge