A silver Sharpie to mark the cut line! I wrapped a strip of copier paper around at the mark to get an even line all the way around.
I assume you know about the gap required below the top cap, so it can pull up to make the pre-load. Make sure you know exactly where you need to cut, and why.
I pulled the fork off the bike.
Take it outside!! I don't want carbon dust in the house, I don't want to breathe it.
I used a hose clamp. A 32 teeth per inch blade. I didn't use a hacksaw tool, just the blade in my hand. I went around and around like he did, and used very light pressure. Pretty easy.
I probably sanded the end with some 320 or 400 grit paper.
I see why shops use the Park tool. Fast and precise if you are in a hurry.
I never heard about sealing the edge.
Last edited by rm -rf; 03-24-20 at 07:43 PM.