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    replating forks

    What is the process involved and is it expensive? I have a set of RWU forks with extensive rust ABOVE the area of fork travel but getting very close.
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    dont know, but folks at classic bikes will ( uk magazine )
    also, there is a shop beside amps in kyber pass who would be able to do it, but you would have to supply them with the bare forks and instructions.

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    expensive

    i had a set done a while back for a DT 125 i restored.

    unless theyre from an irreplaceable classic,look for a new or used pair.
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    or try
    McGowan Abrasive Engineering Ltd
    40 B Huia Road
    Otahuhu
    Auckland

    ph 2768399 mob 021 2240077

    these guys managed to turn the smallest bit of my forks and sort them out.

    but i do know they can grind hard crome and regrind to origanal size.

    you may need to discuss your finish with them.
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    Engine Components at Hamilton Airport. Average cost for a set of forks runs around $400 IIRC. So check on cost of replacement tubes (new or from wreckers) and then make the call...

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