Rockshox leaking oil. I wipe it off every ride and its back after a run or two.

Rockshox leaking oil I noticed the last couple rides o was having a lot of oil around the res oring. This shock came on my 21 Marin Aug 5, 2016 · My 2015 Pikes developed an Oil leak on the damper side coming from the rebound adjuster when I was in Tignes I chose to leave it alone and deal with it when I got back as the forks were • Oil pan • Safety glasses RockShox Tools • Dust Seal Install Tool Flangeless (32 mm) • RockShox Standard Bleed kit • RockShox Top Cap/Cassette tool (3/8" / 24 mm) or RockShox x Abbey Bike Tools Top Cap/Cassette Tool Bicycle Tools • Bicycle work stand • Downhill tire lever • Shock Pump Common Tools My Rockshox deluxe select debonair (stock on a '22 Marin RZ2) appears to be leaking some oil, but holds PSI no problem. mk Jun 25, 2017 · Has anyone found a way to fix a Rockshox rebound damper that is allowing damper fluid to leak out through the hole for the adjuster? This is for a 2011 Revelation RCT3 29er fork. Feel like the service was a complete waste of money now. Aug 25, 2017 · Posted: Aug 25, 2017 at 21:55 Quote: So my monarch plus rc3 blew up on me. I initially assumed this was just bad seals so I ordered some new ones and replaced them, but that had no effect. My fork is a 2021 Rockshox Pike Select with a Charger RC Damper. New grease on the seals, speficied oil filled, and foam rings properly oiled -- my fork is smooth as butter. Apr 28, 2019 · My Charger 2 cartridge started leaking oil under the compression adjuster knobs. I properly set the sag at 25% yet still found I have bottomed out a few times, not harsh bottom outs tho. You will need some fork oil (I get mine from a motorblke dealer much cheaper), and a download of the service manual from the SRAM website. Non-SRAM/RockShox fluids and lubricants can cause shrinking or swelling of parts resulting in leaks or excessive premature wear. The question (stupid i know but loosing nothinh asking) now is can i add 2-3ml of fork oil through the rebound hole or not? small amount of oil leaking out of the damper side of my fork. RockShox and SRAM specified fluid and lubricants are tested to ensure they have the correct compatibility with our parts. Oct 26, 2019 · I've got a RockShox Super Deluxe RC3 Debonair on my new Process, and it's leaking a fair bit of oil on the shaft. Cavitation in the damper is not subtle. I wipe it off every ride and its back after a run or two. Aug 1, 2009 · Calm down calm down, it may not be as bad as you think. I'm wondering if it's a common problem, and if RockShox hassles people about repairing it. Even in the 200h service there are no sealings getting replaced in that area Apr 11, 2018 · I just did a lower leg service on my Rockshox Lyrik and there is a little bit of oil leaking out of the rebound side leg of the fork. It's holding pressure, but when I connect the pump it spits out a big red goober all over my fingers. I have 25-30 miles on it. If only a small amount of residue oil is coming out, it shouldnt be anything to worry about, if a large amount comes out in a short of time, then it seems as if you have one of the defective mission control carts that has bad o-rings in the centre, send it to SRAM and they should replace it for free. I thought I maybe had a bad crushwasher or something so drained & refilled the oil on the damper side (it had maybe 5cc of the 10cc that I filled it with). I did a lower leg service a few weeks ago. Jul 11, 2020 · As a result I checked the fork out and the rebound side was still torqued but it was obviously leaking oil. It came with a RockShox Judy fork, and since I've had it the seals leak oil all over the stanchions every time I ride it. My friend bought a used bike from my other friend and his new used bike's shock had the same issue. I will observe if any more oil leaks out or if the stanchion runs dry. Sep 21, 2009 · The problem is caused by the crush washer underneath the rebound bolt, many 08 and some 09's had the problem of the crush washer being faulty, causing it to leak, try calling SRAM, and they should send you new ones for free, or you can try finding new ones at the local hardware store. Didn't notice any oil leaking after the service. Mar 7, 2023 · I did not replace any o-rings or seals, but I did note that the foam rings were basically dry as well as the seals. Apr 16, 2021 · Posted: Apr 16, 2021 at 8:33 Quote: This shock came on my 21 Marin alpine trail 7. Rockshox pike leaking oil? Hello, I recently did my own service on my rockshox pike, nothing major just cleaned lower legs and changed foam ring+seals. RockShox emphatically suggests using the specified fluid in your RockShox product. Jun 14, 2014 · Excatly as trailbildr wrote. The guy at my local shop said this is something normal and it might be excess oil leaving the shock. It started making a knocking sound and feeling at first and then it progressed to a terrible sand papery squishing sound. Also, dirt and debris might cause the leaking, which might need proper cleaning. Dec 28, 2020 · In my experience, it is normal for some oil or grease to be deposited on the stanchions during the first few rides. I bought the bike new and has less than 50 miles on it. small amount of oil leaking out of the damper side of my fork. And the amount of oil will be WAY more than what you see on that travel indicator. just below the dust wipers. However after being in bike park yesterday, i stored my bike upside down because i was heading out fast again today. The buildup results from oil and grease being purged from the system during the component's first few uses after service. Northwind wrote: It's like I covered it in superglue and Feb 22, 2024 · I recently bought a lightly used bike from a family member. Jul 3, 2022 · Basic wear and tear over time can cause your MTB to leak oil and you might need to replace the fork seal. From day one it has been leaking a little bit of oil after every ride. It’s leaking a fair amount of oil around the dial on top. One more question: if crush washers are one time use only, why do the Rockshox service documents not mention that one should replace them when reassembling the fork? Place an oil pan beneath the fork to catch the draining oil. 5 mm Damper Side Loosen both bottom bolts 3 to 4 turns. It gets pretty sludged up around the o-ring during my rides. Then a couple of weeks ago I had a small crash where the damper side of the fork hit the ground. Add teflon tape on the screw and no more leak. RockShox and SRAM specified fluid and lubricants are tested to ensure they have the correct compatibility with our See more; How often should I service my RockShox product? All RockShox forks, rear shocks, and Reverb Seatposts require service at regular intervals. Took it back to the shop and they said it’s going to need a whole new damper. Garrett Active Member. In that case, I will disassemble it again and replace the washer, making sure I torque it to the correct spec. Is there any way to fix this, and what have I done wrong. Apr 20, 2021 · I have a 2021 trek slash 8 with the Rockshox Super Deluxe Thru shaft shock. And there was oil in only one lower leg -- neither had the required amt (5 ml?) as far as I could tell. Apr 16, 2021 · Its possible that without proper initial setup its blown, have it serviced and ensure sag is set correct and have a volume spacer or 2 added before riding again. When the fork is assembled, all internal seals, including the dust wipers at the top of the fork lower legs (through which the stanchions slide into the lower leg) are liberally greased, and usually a little oil is added to the top of the lower legs, i. It seems to be coming out of the hole where the rod goes in to adjust the rebound. There was some cheap fix around adding a shim/thicker o-ring between the crown and damper knob to stop this leaking but I cant remember the page It was very similar to this: Rock Shox Reba leaking from the gate And that is how it looks like for 07/08 models: Repair Leaking Pike Motion Control-BasqueMTB Yes, a small amount of oil buildup on your fork upper tubes, shock damper body, or Reverb seatpost wiper seal and stanchion is normal following service. Usually a bad o-ring or bad installation from the factory and it usually happens after the shock is out of warranty. Search Overview Chat Bike Members News Women This topic has 3 replies, 2 voices, and was last updated 1… Feb 12, 2009 · Rockshox domain lowers leaking oil. Jun 21, 2014 · What you have isn't 'leaking', it's just some lube working its way out, but not leaking. Discussion in 'The Workshop' started by Garrett, Mar 21, 2011. . e. It's pretty new (6 months), so should be covered under warranty. Compressed the fork at home and did notice small leak from there. May 1, 2022 · The leaking oil out of the damper knob can happen to almost any shock. 5 mm Spring Side Insert a 5 mm hex wrench into each bottom bolt head and strike the Spring Side wrench to dislodge the shafts from the lower leg. After a travel with in on the plane i noticed there was oil leaking from the rebound knob. If your rear shock is leaking oil, you'll notice a pronounced change in the way the shock feels and/or noise. First ride I thought it was normal (maybe a bit of schmoo from the factory pushing past the seals), but I've probably done 10 rides now and its still leaking consistently. Joined: Feb 12, 2009 Messages: 1,861 Likes Mar 3, 2003 · My Sid SL fork is leaking oil from the negative valve - but only when I try to add air. Moreover, if the fork tube is faulty or the excess pressure from the tie-down system can cause the leaking too. Page 20: Lower Leg Service Home › Forums › Bike Forum › RockShox Recon leaking oil question…. cpac meyqvb sek kfjijvk iqawu mfpskrrow irio phznb uflcbq jzkg