Decided to put together what I could of the rear suspension. The reason was twofold: First, to see if I had all the parts, second, to see if I could figure out how to put the ARB together as there were no instructions in the manual.
Everything went together very well - despite all the missing parts, this is a really well put together kit. I wish I could say the same about the manual.
One thing (of many) not mentioned in the manual is to take the powder coat off the ARB where it is held in place with the aluminum blocks. This was easily done on the wire wheel of my bench grinder. Some copperslip grease will be applied on the mating parts.
What was also easily achieved was grinding part of my hand on the other wheel of the bench grinder. I must remember to be more careful next time!
There is a spacer included which I put between the two rose joints for the time being. I think it should actually go on the end of the ARB, but the bolt isn't long enough. That is another thing to add to the list of questions for Westfield.
The adjustable shock absorber went on easily and while I was at it, I trial fitted the gas tank support frame and the gas tank. Things are moving along quickly:
The upper rose joint will not screw into the wishbone, probably because of a buildup of powder coat in the threads, so I need a 1/2" UNF tap. Of course, I only have UNC and metric. Order a tap from Amazon. Will be here on Monday.
Front ARB fitting kit. No instructions. Enjoy!
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