Technical tuesday servicing your fox float shock pinkbike. Fox float rp2 small oil leak posted in general discussion. When i got back from my ride yesterday, i noticed oil leaking from my fox float rp2 rear shock. Eyetoeye length, travel, eyelet hardware width, and. Keep your fox float shocks working like new by servicing them with the fox float air seal kit. Fox factory rebuild kit for float rear shocks worldwide cyclery. Universal cycles fox racing float air sleeve rebuild. If this residual air sleeve lubricant is not present, this is an indication that the air sleeve should be relubricated. Some other things to consider for all shock models. Fox factory rebuild kit for float rear shocks the colorado.
If shock body retracts into the air sleeve near bottomout after air is released from positive air chamber, attach a fox racing shox high pressure hand pump and pressurize the shock to 250 psi17 bar. Mojo suspension increased sensitivity on existing fox air shocks. After a lot of work i found that it only does the air sleeve. Rear shocks accessories fox label sale 1 new 1 brand fox racing 25 lizard skins 1 racingbros 1 colour black 3 orange 1 sort. Xfusion recommends that youll only need to service the damper every 100 aside from the lockout remote, cabling, and user manual, the sweep fork.
Jul 23, 2012 hi, i bought an used fox float rp2 which looks like its never been through any kind of maintenance. Included in the kit are a variety of seals and stancion bushings to fit different models of shocks, as well as a pillow pack of float fluid for use inside the shock for lubrication and damping. It is a fairly simple service that can greatly improve the performance of an old fox shock and bring it back to life. Fox racing shox propedal lever rp2, ctd, triad, dps. It comes with a bundle of seals and bushings to fit all types of float shocks, along with a. Fox float rp2 small oil leak general discussion gorc. When pumped to 200 psi, the shock has a considerably soft run and is making a hissingsucking noise, both on about first 510% of its travel. Internal service should be performed by fox racing shox or an authorized service center. Float fluid 5cc sachet fox pumps ride fox guide here. Measure the distance from the center of one mounting bolt to the center of the other mounting bolt. However, no matter how hard i try to unscrew the air can from the shock body, it wont move. Unfollow fox float r rebuild kit to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
Your weight should be on the saddle with your feet on the pedals. Fox float 3 air sleeve black dual wiper air sleeve hygear part numbers shown. Fox float rear shock air sleeve rebuild kit shockcraft. Details about fox float rear shock air seal kit 80300142 rp23 rp2 rp3 dhx ctd rpl air can. Fox rebuild kit for float line rear shocks 80300142 bike24. Reducing the volume of the air chamber causes the air pressure to ramp up more quickly, so the spring pressure can be set low, allowing more suspension sag without risking harsh bottoming.
Before servicing a fox air shock, certain precautions and countermeasures need to be taken. It leaked some air, so i got the fox revive kit and tried to change the seals. I bought a used giant reign 2 2011 and it came with l i guess that means low velocity tune earlier called compression tune. Follow these steps in order, to prevent serious injury, and always wear eye protection. I assume that it is an oringseal leaking behind the rebound adjust. Fox float rear shock air seal kit 80300142 rp23 rp2 rp3 dhx. Watch the video inside to learn how to replace the air sleeve seals and give your fox float shock some much deserved attention. Fox factory rebuild kit for float rear shocks for sale at the colorado cyclist. Change the spring rate of your fox float air shock in just a few minutes with the new float volume spacer kit.
Included in the kit are a variety of seals and stanchion bushings to fit different models of shocks, as well as a pillow pack of float fluid for use inside the shock for lubrication and damping. Fox racing air sleeve kit fox float air sleeve rebuild kit allows you to service the rear shock yourself. Fox recommends doing air sleeve maintenance on their mountain bike rear shocks every 30 hours of riding. Rear shock rear shocks accessories fox online shop bike. Whats nice about having the kids at fox do the work for you, aside from the assurance that certified professionals are doing the job right, is they have a wealth of tuning. So that seems that the reign has the smallest propedal setting from factory. Fox float r rp2 rp3 rp23 ctd triad improved damper service oil seal kit. Does anyone have an experience with fox float rp2 tuning. There may be a small amount of air sleeve lubricant residue on the body. They are compatible with both the vorsprung corset air sleeve, and stock fox air sleeves. Fox float rebuild kit for all fox float shocks from 2000 until current model shocks. You will tune to a more specific air pressure in the setting sag section below.
Racingbros modi performance seal kit for fox float rp dhx air shocks. Fox racing shox float air sleeve service kit trek evol. Fox float rp2 rear shock w air pressure, 2position pro pedal, rebound, 7. Compatible with standard fox air sleeve seals easy to install kit includes air shaft seals. So i noticed my rear shock is leaking a pinkish orange oil from my propedal switch at a very fast rate after a ride the other day. Fox float 3 air sleeve black fox float 3 air sleeve black part number. Just recently did a complete air sleeve kit replacement few rides on new kit. The kit, as far as i could see, was genuine fox and contained everything i needed in the way of parts and oil. Cyclinic is a dedicated mountain bike suspension centre, located in kelvin grove, brisbane.
Rear shock rear shocks accessories fox online shop. With an rp23 on an orange 5 the nature of the design means you run a little higher psi than your weight. Terms for this auction payment is expected through paypal within 48 hours of end of auction. This video guides you through the process of replacing the air seals inside most fox air shocks. Fox float air can seal kit air can service kits tf tuned. The evol sleeve is now available as an aftermarket hopup for your existing shock in both kashima finish for.
Fox float rear shock air seal kit 80300142 dps ctd rp2 rp3 dhx rpl air can. Overhauling my fox float ctd rear shock was extremely simple. Fox float r, rp, rp2, rp23, rp3, triad all years fox float ctd large volume and small volume eyelet types fox float x fox dhx air note. Fox float air sleeve rebuild kit allows you to service the rear shock yourself. This video guides you through the basic process of measuring important aspects of your rear shock including. Small parts for suspension strutsshocks at low prices shock connectors, bushings and bearings, whole service kits for suspension struts shocks, here youll find everything, e. Fits all fox float rear shocks from model year 2000 onward genuine fox kit. There may be a small amount of air sleeve lubricant.
Pressurize your main air chamber to a minimum of 50 psi and no more than 300 psi. Each vorsprung avs kit includes 3 spacers small, medium and large that simply snap into place underneath your bottomout plate inside the air sleeve. Fox float recommends a service interval of every 8 hours of usage in with all the fox float air sprung rear shocks rp23, rp3, rp2, r, rl, ctd, etc. Installing your shock general maintenance before you ride measuring sag setting sag adjusting rebound. These fox shox air sleeve kits are for use with and are compatible with all the fox float air sprung rear shocks. It essentially makes the shock feel more progressive. Fox factory rebuild kit for float rear shocks worldwide. Is this something that i can fix easily by myself with a rebuild kit. The velocity tune is supposed to correspond to the level of propedal.
Fox racing shox float air seal kit one color, for all float series. Hi, i bought an used fox float rp2 which looks like its never been through any kind of maintenance. Fox float rp2 rear shock wair pressure, 2position pro pedal, rebound, 7. Air pressure guide for rear suspension shocks bicycles, inc. Remove the air cap and depress the schrader valve to completely release air pressure from the the positive air chamber of the shock. Anonymous person from oceanside, ca united states this kit has everything in it that you need including the lube. Fox racing air sleeve kit rear shocks accessories shop. Fox racing lever housing assy service set 2016 float x dadj.
Popular name manufacturer new releases price 09 price 90 discount. Operating since 2004, with a focus on retail suspension sales and service since 2014, cyclinic is the goto for suspension sales and service in australia and new zealand. Fox float shock air sleeve service kit cogent industries. Fox float 32 high end lockable,adjustable,air voorvork. Save yourself the downtime and money and do this easy maintenance yourself. Jun 04, 20 fox recommends doing air sleeve maintenance on their mountain bike rear shocks every 30 hours of riding. Air pressure guide for rear suspension shocks bicycles. These fox shox air sleeve kits are for use with and are compatible with all the fox float air sprung rear shocks rp23, rp3, rp2, r, rl, ctd, etc. Kit includes float air seal kit and 2x float fluid pillow packs. The leak was from behind where the red circular rebound adjuster and propedal switch is, between there and where it attaches to the shock housing itself.
If this not keep up you could risk damaging your expensive anodised parts. If you are good with this and do the routine as regularly as the manual suggests, your original seals will last a long time and will simply need a wipe and inspection before reinstalling. Float rp2 rear shock fox float rp2 rear shock fox dhx 3 7 875x2 air shock 6 5 rear shock boost valve manitou swinger shock boostvalve fox dhx 5 0 rear rear shock 9 volume rear shock fox dhx rc4 shock 7 875 x 2 25 shock 7 875x2 rear shock 7. Due to not doing any shock maintenance in nearly two years the body had quite heavy scoring this was causing air leakage through the seals. Be warned, this kit is not actually for all float shocks. Pick up this kit, search youtube for the official fox. Fox float rear shock air seal kit 80300142 rp23 rp2 rp3. Universal cycles fox racing float air sleeve rebuild kit. Jun 26, 20 fox float rp2 small oil leak posted in general discussion. Very good condition with light use and works perfect with no signs of leaks. Fox float evol upgrade north americas best snowmobile. New listing 2020 fox float dpx2 performance evol lv mountain bike air shock 210x55 3pos. Fox racing shox float air seal kit black, for all float. It comes with a bundle of seals and bushings to fit all types of float shocks, along with a pack of fluid for lubrication.
Fox rebuild seal kit for float line air sleeve to keep your fox air shock in the best condition you need regular maintained. Fox help center bike 20022018 air sleeve maintenance float, float x, and dhx air the air seals inside fox air shocks do a lot of work and should be replaced regularly in order to maintain optimal performance and prevent wear. Mar 29, 2016 excluding evol air sleeve maintenance parts list. Vorsprung avs air volume spacer kits are now available.
To keep your fox air shock in the best condition you need to regularly clean and lubricate the air sleeve. Fox racing specialized sleeve assy micro autosag 1. Visit the delivery destinations help page to see where this item can be delivered. Fox service kit for float line air sprung shocks from model year 2000 including seals, 5ml shock oil float fluid, qrings and orings. This kit includes everything you will need for the service. This video will show how to do this simply and quickly. Fox racing air vanilla float rear suspension bicycle shock 6.