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Steering Dampener Oil

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Last shake down ride I noticed the steering dampener on my DT2 leaking oil. I've got it removed, drained the sludge out of it and cleaned it inside and out. I've ordered a new set of O-rings for it from enduro doctor.

What type and weight of oil do you all put in these dampeners?
 
30 Apr 2022 07:17 #1

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Replied by MarkT on topic Steering Dampener Oil

Ask DEET (enduro doctor) what he suggests.
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Replied by Brzn on topic Steering Dampener Oil

He recommended fork oil.
30 Apr 2022 07:58 #3

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Replied by Bdee on topic Steering Dampener Oil

Did he mention which weight fork oil?
09 May 2022 11:11 #4

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Replied by Brzn on topic Steering Dampener Oil

No, but I did let him know I had 20W Bel-Ray fork oil and he responded with a thumbs up.
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Replied by 1971DT250 on topic Steering Dampener Oil

Dampener resistance is felt a little when the steering is moved slowly back and forth. The resistance is felt more the faster you move the steering.
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