Use this tool to compress the front springs in cartridge style shocks
when servicing or rebuilding. The compressor can be mounted in a vise
for easy hands free servicing. Also included is an adapter for FL forks
to eliminate direct contact with spring coil. A special rod is also includ-
ed to pull up the fork damper rod.
Use on all models with cartridge style forks.
Hand tools needed to aid in the use of this tool:
A) 3/4” Socket
B) 5/16” Allen Wrench
C) 14mm Deep Socket
D) 3/8” Drive Ratchet
NOTE:
Refer to H.D.
®
Service Manual for the proper year and model
being serviced for assembly and disassembly.
CAUTION:
Do not damage any of the sealing surfaces of the fork tube
to help prevent leaking.
Use with JIMS
®
(No. 2251) Fork Leg & Tube Holder. Follow the instruc-
tion sheet for the fork holder and refer to H.D.
®
Service Manual for
proper year and model being serviced.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Clamp the Front Fork Compressor Tool (No.1776), securely
into a non marring vise with the top adjuster nut facing up.
2. Compress the fork assembly by holding the fork tube in one
hand and pulling the slider up the fork tube. This will expose
the lock nut holding the fork spring. (See
Fig. 2
)
3.
FOR FLHT MODELS:
Place fork compressor FL adapter tool
(No. 1176-3) over the top spring. (See
Fig. 3
) For all other
models skip step 3.
WARNING!
Only tighten the 2 allen screws enough to hold the FL
adapter or damper assembly from turning as the fork compressor tool
is compressing the fork spring, or bodily injury may result. JIMS
®
is not
responsible for damage, injury or your work. Please follow the instruc-
tions carefully as they are designed to aid you with your work and to
help you finish your work safely.
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No.1776-IS
555 Dawson Drive, Camarillo, CA 93012 Phone 805-482-6913 • Fax 805-482-7422
CAUTION: Wear safety glasses. Excessive force may damage parts! See JIMS
®
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FIGURE 1
Top Adjuster Nut
No. 1776-3
FL Adapter
Front Fork
Comp No. 1776
Post
Fork Slider
FRONT FORK COMPRESSOR TOOL
Fork Tube
1
