-I see that you didnt put the metal washer from the stock spring back in, the one between the spring and the cap adjuster. I did, wonder how much of a difference that makes.
Probably not much.
-How did you tighten the nut at the bottom of the cap adjuster? Its a bit hard to get to as the spring is in the way.
I use a 17MM 15-75 angle open end Facom wrench. Its thin and the two different angles make it easy.
-What was the measuement for the nut from the bottom, or does it matter?
The position is determined by the adjustment of the compression/rebound needles. You want each to have 3 full turns. If you have more than 3 then the cap needs to move down and vice versa. Make sure to back out the needles before you adjust the cap.
-How do you open these back up? The stock cap, you pressed in and took the clip out, but it doesnt seem that these are able to be pressed in, in the same manner.
I put the front stand in and push down slightly then take out the retaining ring.