Honda CR250 Full Restoration - Part 5 - Showa Front Fork Rebuild
Автокөліктер мен көлік құралдары
This video is doubly SHOCKING this time quite literally as I'm restoring the front forks to factory condition. But before you watch the video please check out my Patreon page link below.
PATREON If you would like to help support the channel you can find my patreon account here / rrcrestoration
So in todays episode I'm pulling apart, fully restoring and rebuilding the Showa front forks for the CR250R. The first job is to separate the shocks into there component form, to do this I need to loosen but not remove the rebound adjuster from the base and then take the top cap off the fork tube so that i can drain all the oil out, there is a drain on the fork leg but as the shock is coming apart its quicker to to just drain it through the top.
When all of the oil has been removed I can then fully remove the rebound adjuster and that allows me to remove the spring and damper assembly from the fork tube and slider. As long as the spring is in good condition and isn't shorter than what Honda specifies then there is no need to pull the assembly apart.
To separate the fork tube from the slider first I need to remove the dust seal it chaps out very easily, then to remove the oil seal I need to remove the locking ring and then use the fork tube as its own slide hammer to drive the seal from the slider body and with that disassembly is pretty much complete.
To restore the forks the sliders were blasted, filed, sanded and then vapor blasted some more to restore the natural satin alloy finish. The rest of the components were given a thorough inspection and cleaning before being re-used and of course all new bushings and O-rings were used throughout the assembly phase.
So I hope you enjoyed this episode and ill see you all again very soon,
Enjoy
RRC
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Honda CR250 Restoration - Part 5 - Showa Front Fork Rebuild
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Dont forget to check out the rear mono-shock restoration if you missed it - kzread.info/dash/bejne/ppelstOcn9SeibQ.html
@j.vogelealsamrraie2753
2 жыл бұрын
I see the clip it’s great 👍 my friend 👍💪
Your attention to detail is impeccable. As always looks better than store-bought new.
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much :)
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
@@robertriesshozerlover4 You'd be forgiven for thinking that as from the 90's onwards it was red and white all the way but in the 80's Honda was all about the blue highlights. Haha dont worry its only that clean as its brand new at the moment just wait until a little later in the series i can guarantee it will be all oily and beaten up haha. Nice to hear from you again :)
This is one of the highest quality rebuild channels on youtube. Your production standards keep improving and I'm sure your subscribers and supporters will increase as word gets out. Thanks again for all the hard work. 👍🇦🇺
日本からこんにちは。 hello. I am from japan. あなたのような素敵な方にレストアされて単車も喜んでいると思います。
Love the privacy you keep, it's a breath of fresh air in the social media world!
The only channel where the restored becomes better than the original.
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
You're too kind :)
It takes some serious confidence in your knowledge and skill to be able to carry off some of this work, for instance laying into those fork sliders with a file, but the results speak for themselves. Outstanding.
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, glad you enjoy my work :) Haha yeah I should have said in the video as a warning incase anyone thinks its easy but if your not competent with file don't go anywhere near your fork sliders.. your gonna have a bad time! haha
The work and time you put into this stuff is amazing. Can’t wait to see the cr250 all finished!
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
You and me both! :)
@BabaG
2 жыл бұрын
I think it will be so amazingly done that Honda will send a note wanting it for their Museum collection :)
We hadn't seen a good gag in a few videos. Nice touch with the spay paint job on the bottom seals! Excellent work as always.
I was quite shocked to see how good those legs turned out. Love it.
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you :)
I watch with English subtitles. It helps greatly as I am learning that ancient Celtic language - Scots.
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Enjoy :)
OMG the decals loving this playlist
"As good as new"? Well I think: way better than new! Absolutely perfect. Even the decals you make make your own!
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Loving the file action. I can remember being taught how to file with a roll action in Metalwork Class at Secondary school. Back in the day we were taught everything from how to mark out and scribe, how to draw and read Technical drawings how to use hand tools and then if you were good enough, move onto Lathe work and milling. I feel that so much has been lost in this "digital" age. Keep up the good work Bud.
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Love that comment thanks for taking the time to leave it :)
That left leg came apart way easier than the right. I dont know why you didnt click your fingers for that one too. Thats a gift you got there my friend
I wish every mecanic that touched my bike cound see this art of care.
Haha almost got me there with the bottom seals! Tidy up ey! 😆
You consistently put out quality content. Thank you for the videos!
i was just thinking how meticulous (think thats spelled right ) you were when you put back in the old rubber dust caps and i said wtf no way .... ya you had me lol
Little trick if your fork tube takes more then 3 cracks to break free then heat up the outside tube a bit to help loosen up the bushing thats being stubborn it works everytime and with bushing that aren't in bad shape you can then reuse them, banging then a lot of times and hard can damage the ends of the bushings.
The jig was already up when you drowned those dust boots in spray paint, but still cracked me up :)
Seeing you crank down on the vise holding the fork tube with only a rag between it and those serrated jaws really made me wince. You're guaranteed to have deformation in the tube while holding a round tube with flat jaws. A machined 2 piece fork tube clamp in the vise is the correct tool for holding fork stanchion tubes. The diameter in the tooling insures even clamping pressure across the whole diameter of the tube.
Ah yess.... Just in time right before my bedtime... Perfect...
I've been binge watching these videos and loving them. On a side note if you fill your syringe past way past the mark you need then push out the excess that way you are guaranteed to get the correct amount with no air in the syringe.
21:04 I said, you've got to be kidding...but then again I know you by now, you would not put those worn dust seals on. You are the man,
What amazes me is 1 your work quality 2 oem parts still avail 35 years after 3 showa forks internals looks similar to 2000 era upside down ones
It was like watching Delboy's Garage when you sprayed the adjuster caps!! 🤣😂
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Haha love it :)
Im already excited for your next project and this one is not even finishen haha... I love your channel
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! :)
By far my favorite Restoration Guru on the KZreads. 🙌🏻💪🏻👊🏻
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
you're too kind :)
Hi. I've been watching your videos for a wee while now and I love your attention to detail and how vigilant you are on restoring your projects to their original state. Awe inspiring stuff. Just signed up to the Patreon channel as I want to see many more projects come to life. Keep up the great work and content.
For a second there I thought we were getting a surprise face reveal! Great video as always!
I've raced with Honda Cr's from 1985 to 1993 (then switched to Suzuki and Kawa) and this was one of the best looking bike ever. You are doing a fantastic job. Can't wait to see it finished. A lot of good time with this bike. Love to see you are keeping her stock. I'm curious to see the engine video. Keep an eye to the water pump assembly because it was usually a mess of corrosion after a few years if the owner used the wrong coolant or worse only water. Usually the pump cover is carved by corrosion so keep an eye.
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, im glad you approve of my restoration since you have so much experience with them:) Dont worry i know all about the water pump and casing issues and yup mines is a mess haha
Fantastic channel well worthy of the subscription amazing attention to detail and never on any video dragged out content for the sake of it..
Mate best resto channel out. Hat's off to you sir. Nothing is ever butchered to make it work. Skills are above and beyond.
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy it! :)
I am beyond jealous of your shop, and your skills
Vapor Blastor. I knew it would be coming. Does a great job and saves you lots of time. Great Job.
Fantastic work as always! Small tech tip. I would always lose sin, not remove, all the nuts and bolts on the fork to while it was still installed on the bike. Much easier than then when it’s in the vice. Sometimes if somebody has worked on the bike before you and over tighten these things it can be a problem. Fantastic channel. You make the rest of us look like amateurs😁👍
You had me with the dust shields there!
Hi I’ve only just subscribed…I’m ian from Dunoon…there are lots of restoration shows on here as you know…but the in depth no nonsense style that you have is second to none..thank you for taking the time and effort that goes in to all of this… 1999 sv 650 project… What I’m doing now… If possible in the future I would love to see a Honda cr 125 Elsinore build…the first bike I fell in love with at 13 years old ..victor devine great western road Glasgow…thanks again…
Really enjoyable, waiting next episode 👍
When I saw those ragged old seals going in I thought "Aye, he's a Jock alright!" You had me there, lad!
There are restorations, and then there are your restorations! Likewise, there are videos of folks working on stuff and then there are your excellent productions. I am in awe of your work and results. And I now want a vapor blaster!
Every video is a masterclass on how to do restorations properly and how to light, film and edit them. Unbelievable skills all round! Great work! Can wait for the next episode!
So, magic IS real. Fantastic job again!
I like as you restore every part of motorcycle, is amazing, as we say in colombia "Que berraquera"
Fantastic work !
Fantastic job
Spot on!
Looking so good!
Perfect job !
Lovely work man.
As usual you don't disappoint. Love the work!
Amazing job!!
Excellent.Lovely work as always.
Hi …… another great methodical restoration 👍 When it comes to dressing the forks or any other gouged ferrous & non-ferrous metals you should try dressing the gouges with a small ball-pein hammer, this retains some of the original metal by dressing it back into the gouge then draw filing to finish, I use these methods on my vintage air rifle restorations, it works especially well on Chewed up slotted screw heads just leaving you to redress the slot, keep up the fantastic work with the videos 👍
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
That's a great tip thanks for that ill be sure to do a bit of experimenting with that technique :)
Seeing an update to this build made my day!
Perfect. Very good Job.
Really nice work as usual !
Another killer vid! All the best!
She's coming along nicely. Can't wait to see her make smoke.
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Same here, love 2 stroke :)
Perfect like always..
Okay, the previous video was a liitle shocking, but now I am deeply in shock. If I ever consider rebranding I would like to be Your assistant! Cheers!
Excellent travail bravo
I love your restauration 👍👍
Fantastic job 👌👌
Love the attention to detail.
Love your work 👍
Awesome job.
Thank you for these phenomenal videos.
I dont care much for bikes, but yout restorations are just out of this world. Made so clean and so well done. Did i also notice a gc8 in the background?
Great Work!!!👍😁
Beautiful, just amazing! The end result is stunning.
I hope one day you'll get your hands on the most beautiful small engined bike Honda have ever made to restore - the 125 Varadero . (Yes I have one).
You are a legend. This is restoration at its best.
Great job!
Another great video. Thank you 👍
Awesome job. The forks look better than new 👌🏻
Time to renovate your toolbox!!! Fan Sweden 🇸🇪
Great restoration, miticoulously done!
Always amazed at the transformation that can be achieved with these old parts!
Another 10-star outcome! Thank you for the in-depth video.
I really enjoyed. Thank you
Looking at that Subaru i remenbered the coolest episodes of this channel to me. Car restorations is something so beautifull especially when you have so many care and dedication on it. #CarRestorationTBT
Brilliant work :)
Brilliant as always :)
BLOODY GOOD YOU ARE, MY YOU TUBE FRIEND. THANKS.
Magnífico trabajo está haciendo. Gracias y enhorabuena!!!
Thanks for another episode getting those forks done, looking forward to the next one.
Gran trabajo!!!. Ánimos y saludos.
Great insight into restoration - top channel.
High quality restorations in here 🇬🇧🙂
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you :)
Nunca vi a alguien tan bueno como vos! Muchas gracias.
Well done. Scratch repair a real process and many hours.
As I just did this to my 90 DR-350 a week ago, I was shocked to see these forks are dead-nuts the same externally! I didn't get the ''good stuff'' inside like the CR though!
Fantastic work yet again.
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
This is just so therapeutic!
@RRCRestoration
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy it :)
Such beautiful. Always look forward to watching your projects!
Those Clymer manuals are fantastic, I have one for my CR
It's coming along nicely. I'm looking forward to your finished product.