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Coilover damper adjusting knobs are missing?
asian_XL
04-07-2018, 10:07 PM
how do I adjust the damper if the knob is missing? I tried to turn with a hexagon tool, but the whole cap moves. Any idea?
Both my BC racing and TEIN have the knobs missing :(
https://picoolio.net/images/2018/04/08/20180408_133209858d51777adb5a0f.jpg
https://picoolio.net/images/2018/04/08/20180408_13402877a97192af06419e.jpg
Bender Unit
04-07-2018, 10:30 PM
Maybe it is adjustable at the bottom of the strut/damper.....
bcrdukes
04-07-2018, 10:39 PM
Allen wrenches (aka hex tools) will not fit, hence why it is not working. Unfortunately, you will need the tool. Hopefully, I am wrong about this.
Some good tips from Tein regarding your situation.
Quick Click Fixes - TEIN USA Blog (http://teinusa-blog.com/quick-click-fixes/)
underscore
04-07-2018, 11:21 PM
Like Bender_Unit said, check if they're inverted dampers with the adjustment at the bottom. If not you can purchase replacement knobs from BC Racing, I would assume Tein sells them as well. On BC's I believe the hex is for holding the shaft while removing the nut and not linked to the adjustment mechanism.
edit: they're only ~$10 each, looking at some pictures the end looks to be a really tiny hex, much smaller than the one at the end of the shaft that turns the whole thing.
asian_XL
04-08-2018, 02:45 AM
I am hoping if I can skip the ordering and adjust the damper with some simple tools. The knob on google image is just an allen wrench to me
97ITR
04-08-2018, 06:57 AM
I am hoping if I can skip the ordering and adjust the damper with some simple tools. The knob on google image is just an allen wrench to me
It IS just a very small hex that fits into the top. It is likely very hard finding an allen key that size. If so, maybe you can try finding a roberston screwdriver that fits ? IIRC, it doesn’t take very much torque to adjust.
asian_XL
04-08-2018, 11:12 PM
yes, I tried every possible hex tool and won't fit lol
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