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Old Apr 5, 2015 | 05:23 PM
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Got a little happy with the measuring cup and put about 13.5 oz. in each fork tube during a routine change. Book calls for 11.9. Don't want to have to replace bolts and crush washers. Is it possible to run a hose down the top and remove only some that way? Thanks in advance.
 
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Old Apr 5, 2015 | 05:39 PM
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You can use the wife's baster, just don't get caught.

I bought a good one for the shop and a brand new one for her...
 
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Old Apr 5, 2015 | 05:40 PM
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that is how i do it on my dirt bike, but i have a steam that draws out fluid to a certain level not by quantity.


 
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Thanks for the quick replies.....gonna make my own tool similsr to pic.
 
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