Bicycle Mechanics - Squeaky RS J1 Fork

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Servo888

05-24-08, 08:20 AM

My fork, which has (at most) 300 miles on it, has started squeaking. It seems to be coming from the springs... But I'm not sure how to diagnose this problem / fix it.

http://www.mtbr.com/reviews/2006_front_shocks/RockShox_J1.jpg

Matt Gaunt

05-24-08, 08:32 AM

You would probably need to partially strip the fork to see what's going on inside and relube as necessary. Sounds like the coil has dried up a bit.

I would recommend taking it to a RS dealer rather than attempt it yourself unless you're very confident.