Piston Dimple
Figure 2
Figure 3
ASSEMBLY
1.
Inspect bushing for wear, and replace gland assembly if bushing is loose on shaft.
2.
Reassemble shaft with travel indicator, closure nut, piston rod wiper, seal retaining
washer, gland o-ring, piston rod seal, and gland assembly. (See figure 1)
3.
If revalving, read revalving instruction section first.
4.
Place the valve plate onto the shaft with the small side facing up.
5.
With shaft still in the vise, assemble the compression valving, piston, and rebound
valving. The compression valve stack is on the bottom of piston and the rebound valve
stack on top. It’s important that the piston is positioned with the dimpled side up facing
up. (See figures 2,3)
6.
Place the second valve plate onto the shaft with the small side down.
Figure 1