I would say he bent the fork tubes.Quote:
Originally Posted by ben2go
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I would say he bent the fork tubes.Quote:
Originally Posted by ben2go
something a bit more domesticQuote:
Originally Posted by bowtiewagon
https://mechanics.stackexchange.com/a/17097/28020
i think i need brake pads, what's the size/part#?
He did. They are affectionately referred to as fork stanchions. The problem I've had with straightening fork tubes is the chrome flaking off. Once that happens the seals get cut up, or there's a gap, and fork oil leaks like crazy.Quote:
Originally Posted by barnone
I measured the fork tubes on my 2012 DF and the are 30mm outside diameter.
Here is a place that says they have the fork tubes. Lot's of other DF parts. Too good to be true?????
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http://parts.powersportsbest.com/ind...-df250rtb.html
Maybe they have the brake pads? Didn't see in their DF parts but worth a try.
Also engines.
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WOW.
my lordy, as if things weren't confusing enough this is the ONLY time ive ever seen real evidence of a 166fmm engine... ive always thought, and still some do, websites mis printed 66mm for 67mm, and still wonder if this is sometype of typo...Quote:
Originally Posted by barnone
Anyway I suppose 375$ for it isnt that bad, and only 80$ shipping to me.
and these 178xxx they list, or even a 187xxx, Id like to come across one of these cheap, they are 300cc ATV engines with reverse, i reckon i could rip the reverse out
Otherwise, seems parts are found cheaper on ebay.
Looks like ill need to take out the pad and match the shape and match them in the EBC catalog that is posted here somewhere. no part numbers, what a surprise
The 300cc engine is interesting if I ever need a replacement. Couldn't see if it was chain or shaft. Reverse wouldn't bother me especially since I might eventually need to put a sidecar on the DF.:lol8:
Looks like the same engine and it has a sprocket. Called a GN300. It is only 250 cc. Bummer.
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That twist them around for more rake is too coll, but I am concerned about the stress on them. But yeah too cool. I will try to get hold of a micrometer this weekend to verify size on them. But if you do measure yours, yeah let us know. Thanks. As for straightening, I was advised not to do that. They may never get perfect and I could be blowing out seals a lot in the future. Gonna look into just replacing the stanchions after I size them up. Will be dismantling hopefully this weekend.Quote:
Originally Posted by barnone
Those look just like them wow. I will give them a call. Maybe I can get lucky and it is the real deal. Thanks.Quote:
Originally Posted by barnone
Barnone I think you just hit paydirt for me. Lots of items I am looking for.. since I have over 25,560 miles on her.. need to update some stuff anyway. I will be calling asap.
http://parts.powersportsbest.com/ind...html?limit=all
Just so you guys know.I called them spoke to a wonderful Lady and they are in fact parts for this bike. I placed my order for the front shock assembly. I will let all of you know when they arrive. Thanks once again barnone, you the MAN.
25000 miles you must have changed your brake pads, with what?
there are indeed a few exact replacements on that site I've not seen anywhere else... or I haven't been looking...
Great. Next time you call the lady ask about the front brake pads for the DF. Thanks.Quote:
Originally Posted by bowtiewagon
I just buy these. They last a while, fit perfect and work well. no problems stopping.Quote:
Originally Posted by axa
http://www.ebay.com/itm/121235649136...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
for both front and rear.
Great info.ThanksQuote:
Originally Posted by bowtiewagon
Just got an email back and the pads are available here too. But your Ebay find is less since shipping is included.
https://www.partsroketa.com/df250rtb
bow. good info. I had the wheel off and couldn't get the shape of the pads.
I imagine front and rear are the same...
and if I recall correctly you changed your rear wheel cush drive rubber bearings... seems I broke a stud on one hole that was worn oblong...
have a link or part number? searching this forum is really hard
Yes both are the same. I have been buying different ones here and there some squeAK after a while drives me nuts. I guess it is just the material used. But they stop me just fine.
Also I am not at the house right now, but when I get back I will lok up the cush bearings and let you know. I know they were actually a Honda part number.
ok here is the picture I saved of the cush bushings
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Thats the parts number for them. They still work great. Now I have broken one of the studs about a month ago, and replaced it. this is the part number for them
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Hope this helps.
yep and pictures are worth 1000...Quote:
Originally Posted by bowtiewagon
and if I might ask, are you sure these are genuine parts? I was under the impression that the genuine parts have a case hardened gray color.
the low quality Chinese made parts are this kind of yellowed zinc metal.
not that genuine parts can't break, I wouldn't know as I've been making my own but it's not like the 167fmm is a power house.
ie. EBC FA086 or equivalentQuote:
Originally Posted by bowtiewagon
the Made in Taiwan also not that expensive http://www.ebay.com/sch/m.html?_odkw...ake&_nkw=ld125
thanks Mr Being, I'll definitely pay more for a better brake pad, stock are horrible.Quote:
Originally Posted by humanbeing
but if you really want to save a buck: http://www.ebay.com/itm/272652455627
so what do you know about the sprocket studs? are not the genuine Honda parts gray rather than yellowed?
we're snapping them like crazy around here...
低處未見低，賤物鬥窮人:eek2: http://www.ebay.com/itm/111477736195
Parts house sold stronger [加 add 硬 hard 自 self 鎖 lock 型 type] version to mechanics:naughty:http://img.alicdn.com/imgextra/i3/19...1919554440.jpg
:bowdown:Quote:
Originally Posted by humanbeing
ok. that's the last time I try to 'one up' the human being.
but what's this "parts house" can we buy in US?
:confused1:
When i call a Honda dealer, they gave me this part number. so I am not sure if they are actual Honda or not, but the part number is. They seem to last a while. I mean I have 25,560 miles on the bike, and the studs in there have been on it for most of that after the factory ones broke. Yeah I replaced one a month ago, but they do not last forever.The bushings are like new as well. so I am happy.
no doubt they're Honda numbers but where did you get them, eBay?Quote:
Originally Posted by bowtiewagon
thing is while I've now seen plenty of yellowed studs broken or for sale cheap, I've only seen gray studs long used but still in tact. see the used parts with that number on flea bay... gray only.
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Honda Part number 90128-382-670 is what I used in my DF.
http://www.hondapartshouse.com/oemparts/p/honda/90128-382-670/bolt-driven-sprocket-fixing
alright so i assume they are holding up well and look a yellow alloy... my suspicions may well be wrongQuote:
Originally Posted by barnone
I went ahead and bought a set of 90128-446-770, the old part number thinking this way i can ID the part is genuine or not...
I also often search the cross part number to get the best price possible... fwiw i got these studs shipped for 3.75$ each
i was tired of making and breaking studs, i suspect my 4140 pre hard (pre hardened rod) was not actually 4140 pre hard...
I installed the Honda studs when I changed the sprocket back in 2012 or so and they are still in there.
So right before ordering new brake pads, i decided to take a quick look and confirm i actually needed them...
well as my luck has gone with this bike, the pads are fine...
looking at the caliper it was dry no leak, took off the reservoir cap, it was full to the brim, so no leak....
noticed the 2 year old DOT3 fluid i put in there was already dark, changed it... bled the brakes still couldn't build pressure.
pulled off the caliper, squeezing the brake i see the pads move a bit together, release i see the pads move back...
Now I've never needed to diagnose this type of problem before but seems to me that the pads should continue to move together with each squeeze and not back out with release...
so chances are the Master Cylinder pump is bad.
i have to look into it to confirm but anyone know where i can get a rebuild kit, ie a new master cylinder piston/seals...
call out to humanbeing....:mwink:
fwiw here is an entire part advertised specifically for the dong fang but if you notice they advertise the same part for many bikes...
id like to rebuild and reuse as i had custom machined adjustable levers... and dont want to sacrifice that or have to do it again...
im thinking if a rebuild kit cant be sourced due to compatibility questions, something like this might be locally sourced and cheap