Topic: Lower fork leaks from retaining screw

[Djfob]

Looks like I misplaced the brass/copper washers, it seems to seap a bit without them. Can't find anything close locally, what other options do I have? Will a sealant do the trick?

[LesterPiglet]

Alloy washer or  try some sealant.

[Vinhead1957]

I have found silicon clear on some of the screws I have pulled out. Must work in a pinch

[Djfob]

I'll try some Honda bond. All the 8mm washers I found are too wide to fit. If that doesn't work I'll just have to bite the bullet and order replacement from bike bandit.

[cabrala]

I had sealant on the bolt for the forks I just rebuilt. It sucked to pull that bolt out and I ended up having to drill the head off and purchase a new one. The bolts have a shallower head and can only take so much force to remove.

The washer is still available from Honda. Why not just order a few? Shoot add in some bolts too just to have. South Sound Honda is where it's at for cheaper OEM pricing.

[Djfob]

Dammit too late, just used sealant. I priced out a pair of screws and 4 washers. $20 bucks plus shipping to Canada, seemed a bit steep.

[Vinhead1957]

That's outrageous for 2 copper washers. Check Napa out. They carry that sort of washer

[cabrala]

Dammit too late, just used sealant. I priced out a pair of screws and 4 washers. $20 bucks plus shipping to Canada, seemed a bit steep.

Holy #$%* that's crazy. Try NAPA or something equivalent like Vin says. Where are you in Canada?

[Djfob]

In Calgary, Alberta. There are a few napas around, I'll go check them Out.

[Vinhead1957]

Even if it is over sized, a drill a screw a nut and a file will down size it.

[70CB750]

I used piece of plumbing copper tube to make a washer from before.  Drill, cut, aleanata and use, it works.