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Old Dec 13, 2011 | 06:55 PM
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I read the manual and understand how to rebuild my forks and add oil.but im doing a 1" lowering kit from progressive.and not sure how to compensate oil level. book calls for 10.8 oz. does anyone know the right amount of oil to put in.
 
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Old Dec 13, 2011 | 07:02 PM
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Might I suggest you give Progressive a call and ask them direct or call the Dealer from whom you purchased the kit. If you do put too much oil in the forks you run the risk of a hydraulic lock on a fully compressed fork. If that happens you've got a serious lack of handling problem.
 

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I don't recall the amount.....but I believe it was in the Progressive Springs instructions, I opted for the 2" drop and love it!
 
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Old Dec 13, 2011 | 07:42 PM
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I checked the papers in the box and they dont tell how much oil. I can call progressive but i was hoping to hear from guys that done it on thiers.
 
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