How do I remove the fork tube from the housing to change seals? My repair manual shows a fork w/ a boot that has a lock ring above the seal. My forks are bootless w/ a chrome sleeve and I don't see a lock ring inside.
The chrome sleeve is a slip fit onto the aluminum fork case.Because of it's age the cover may be difficult to remove because of dirt and corrosion.Try some penetrating oil,you might also want to heat up the chrome sleeve with a hot air gun to help loosen it.Once the sleeve is removed you should be able to see the lock ring that holds the seal.