Getting rid of squek from noleen shock?

[bayarearider]

I know i read how to do this several months ago.  But i forgot what could be done to get rid of the squek from the shock.  Something about spraying windex onto the shaft and then pushing it in?

can someone who knows post it again

thanks

[Matno]

Windex? On your shock? I don't think so. It might clean out dirt that could be causing a squeak, but more likely it will just do undesirable things. Best thing for a shock is shock oil. However, putting anything on the shaft isn't likely to do much (that's what the seals are for - to keep stuff OUT). If the shock is indeed squeaking from the internals, you may be out of oil, in which case you're due for a servicing.

Could also be the bolts and/or bushings at the "eyes" of the shock. Try cleaning them up (but don't grease the bushings or bearings).

[Simon]

seem to also recall someone posting that fix if I remember correctly you invert the shock put windex on the shaft and then stroked it through its travel a few times (spring removed)this worked the windex into the seals that have started to dry out thus giving them a little bit of a lube,also while you at it check that the eyelet bushes haven't seized.Simon

[bayarearider]

i am sure it isn't the eyelet bushings because i took the shock out and removed the spring.  When i push shaft in it squeks a bit.  Simon that is what i remember also.  has anyone done this? Matno, where would i go for servicing? or can i do it my self.  

[Simon]

No you can't do it you're self they are charged with nitrgen at around 200psi don't even attempt to take apart,I don't know who services noleen in your part of the world but if you click on the links page there's info on a noleen service centre,shouldn't be hard to find a suitable shock service centre or ask at your Lbs.Simon

[Old Proflexer]

i've used windex when i narrowed the noise down to the shaft/seal contact area -

i've also used a light oil, moly oil, teflon lube, furniture polish to leave a bit of light wax there, spit
- u name it

i've found removing the cap (or not) , cleaning the seal area (yes, even with a spot of windex) has worked in the past

can't see the harm in trying it - seal designs have improved since these were created, but they can last for a long, long time when properly maintained - i keep all my rear shafts covered - never had the problem on the crosslink side of the bike.

OP

[kiwi]

despite matnos logic(and i agree with him) i have found that a drop or two of light oil on the shaft does help slightly with stiction and noise....course the oil on the shaft attracts dust n stuff so you need a boot or something......

[K2ozm99]

If the windex and other lubing methods dont work out, I think youd probably just upgrade the shock (is this front or rear?) or send it over to the guy in Maine who was reccomended to me in my post about my shock. He quoted me $52 + $4 shipping (maybe less 4 u since mine was a smartshock quote). Thats about 1/2 if what Noleen charges.



His name is Rodney, hes really cool and you can email him here: europarts_online@hotmail.com

[Old Proflexer]

despite matnos logic(and i agree with him) i have found that a drop or two of light oil on the shaft does help slightly with stiction and noise....course the oil on the shaft attracts dust n stuff so you need a boot or something......

agreed, the windex is to clean the area components and put back as close as possible the orginal surfaces minus contaminants that could be causing the noise - if the seal is worn and that is causing the noise, most of these measures are a temporary fix.  a couple of drops of light oil in the past as solved the problem but i'd rather try cleaning an area first -

whatever works, works - a variety of options are a good thing

OP

[kiwi]

agreed OP  i sorta took it for granted the shock was reaally clean.I find the oil drops help on the risse terminator too....(and i remember Mr Aerobic Bob)