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Title: front fork oil recommendation for the (heavy) trike
Post by: rodekyll on July 03, 2016, 07:09:17 PM

I think I should consider a different fork oil on the trike.  I'm running oem weight in adjustable EV forks.  I have played the range of compress/rebound and don't think it's as good as it should be.  Can someone offer a weight/type/brand for heavy lifting?  I'll be changing trees on tues.  Would be the perfect time to change oil.

front 275#
rear 425/425#

I feel there is too much transfer on braking and too much dive.  I can afford oil right now.  Can't afford new springs.

thanks

Title: Re: front fork oil recommendation for the (heavy) trike
Post by: oldbike54 on July 03, 2016, 08:03:25 PM

 Maybe one weight heavier ?

 Dusty

Title: Re: front fork oil recommendation for the (heavy) trike
Post by: John A on July 03, 2016, 08:16:59 PM

Try 20/50 engine oil. Works for me.

Title: Re: front fork oil recommendation for the (heavy) trike
Post by: rodekyll on July 04, 2016, 05:14:11 PM

bump

currently 10w.

Title: Re: front fork oil recommendation for the (heavy) trike
Post by: John A on July 04, 2016, 05:33:37 PM

like I said, Ive been using 20/50 engine oil with good results. it doesn't foam, has good anti corrosion protection and the damping actually works. Its cheap enough,give it a try, I think you will be pleasantly surprised. if not dump it and try something else

Title: Re: front fork oil recommendation for the (heavy) trike
Post by: fotoguzzi on July 04, 2016, 06:43:24 PM

Quote from: rodekyll on July 03, 2016, 07:09:17 PM

    I'll be changing trees on tues.  Would be the perfect time to change oil.
 

maybe I missed it but what's the story? getting more rake?

Title: Re: front fork oil recommendation for the (heavy) trike
Post by: rodekyll on July 04, 2016, 07:19:50 PM

John, I though you were making a joke.  I apologize.  I don't know enough about forks to recognize that as an option.   :embarassed:

Brad -- Lumpy had new set of trees for a project that didn't happen and made me a generous deal on it.  The kit should be here tomorrow.  7-degree rake on native EV post and tubes.  According to the trike shops I've polled it's at the long end of the rake, but should significantly reduce twisties effort with no effect on stability.  Although I prefer the look of the leading link, the bottom line is function, not form.  So I can't pass up the chance to change them out while I'm parked in a garage.

Wed the new progressive shocks for the rear should be in at the trike shop in Portland.  Then I should be properly girded for battle.

Title: Re: front fork oil recommendation for the (heavy) trike
Post by: ccridr on July 05, 2016, 04:55:05 PM

  If you are going to a 7 degree raked tree be aware that you will have super light steering. Be sure you are in a large open area to try it. When you clutch between gears your trike will jump a foot to the left until you get used to the steering. I have built trikes and mounted sidecars for 39 years and never recommend more than 3 1/2 degree rake. Ride safe. ccridr