canada280i Posted August 18, 2011 Report Share Posted August 18, 2011 Had the rear shock off my 315r last night (Showa I believe) while installing a new set of Boyesen Reeds, and noticed a small amount of oil had leaked out from what I think is one of the wrench holes on the top cap of the damper. This was after the shock had been laid on its side for a while when installing the reeds. After re-install and much bouncing ther does not seem to be any further leakage and the shock appears to be working okay, although I bought the bike used and have never known any different. However, the oil leakage does concern me and wonder if a seal may be on the way out and a rebuild required. So...does anyone have any similar experience and can let me know how they proceeded, or if it is a seal going, where can I get a rebuild kit, and is there anyone in the Toronto area that will do the rebuild. I figure a rebuild is cheaper than a new shock. Borus - I think you are in my area, and because I cannot yet afford a new Ossa, do you know of anyone that would do a shock rebuild? Thanks in advance for any replies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fastducs Posted August 22, 2011 Report Share Posted August 22, 2011 Yes the Showa shock can be rebuilt by a suspension specialist. I had mine rebuilt by Peter Kates at http://www.computrackboston.com/ He even machined a replacement rebound adjuster as mine was seized and broken. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canada280i Posted August 23, 2011 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2011 Thanks for the response, if I can't come up with anything more local I will contact them for a priceand then figure out the postage costs to see if it is worth it in the long run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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