King, fox, icon, sway away, dirt logic and walker evans racing. Unscrew and slide wiper cap assembly up shock shaft. With the shock body in the vice, the reservoir hanging low, it is time to fill the shock with oil. When the rider sits on the machine the shocks should compress from full extension between 34 and 1. These shocks use either a bladder or a floating piston to separate the oil and nitrogen in the reservoir. Manticores experience coupled with stateoftheart tooling digital vacuum bleeder pumps, shock dynos, nitrogen charging systems, etc. If you think you can make these work for me, let me know. We recommend components have rebuild services done at 40 hour intervals. Okay, anyone looking to rebuild their shocks follow this link. You can usually rebuild your shock and take it to your local dealer for recharging. Use a punch and tap the seal head assembly down until the circlip is exposed, fig 5.
Works shock rebuild diy suspension banshee hq forums. Purchaser acknowledges that they have the expertise as to the intended use of this product, and therefore assumes all risk and liability resulting from use of the product, whether used singly or in combination with other products. Shock rebuild bladder reservoir race tech suspension. Works enduro rider can give your bike a plush ride with better control. Kyb and showa shock service rebuilding shocks is fairly simple for the mechanically inclined using common hand tools. Can you rebuildrefurbish this set for use on my rickman. Shock is a clinical syndrome characterised by hypotension i. This is the ultimate combination of detail and instruction. Choosing a part number that fits onto a vehicle does not mean that it will operate correctly. Kyb shock assembly 2001 kawasaki kx 250 motocross suspension mx duration. Standard shock rebuild revalve service swayaway offers shock rebuild revalve services at our facility in california. This is a pretty strait forward and simple doityourself project that anyone can do with a lil common sense and attention to detail. Kx450f motorcycle service manual vermijs motorsport. The length of the showa forks on 0009 model 650gs and dakar is set by a.
If you feel you do not have the mechanical ability, please do not attempt to rebuild your shock. I decided to try and rebuild my sons toasted rear shock on his crf150f first i have to give credit to 87aaron and wadecamp for sharing their tips on rebuilding the rear shock i couldnt have done it without their help. Tbt racings travis flateau takes you through a kyb rear suspension rebuild. For you rear suspension to be rebuilt with new gas, oil and seal. Page 1 of 2 kyb shock rebuilding manual posted in sledding general discussion. Choosing a shock absorber for a particular application must. Do i need to align my tires after i have my struts. Shock dimension information is only provided as a means to physically identify kyb shock absorbers. Updated kyb shock rebuild procedure motorcycle suspension. There are a few items here now over time additional suspension repair information will.
I posted here since i printed the attached files as a reference for doing. Use a punch and tap the shock body end cap up until it is free, fig 4. The shock shop is a fullservice shock center which provides professionally rebuilt gas shocks for snowmobiles, dirt bikes, atvs, utvs, and offroad vehicles. A with the one in the crankpin b at rebuilding of the crankshaft as. Manticore shock mtb suspension repair servicemanticore. A rebuild costs the same as a revalve, minus the shims. Hello, i have done a few shock rebuilds and have seen a couple different methods for doing this. These repairable struts can be identified by a large hexagonal shaped nut at the top of the strut body. Heres my question, it is pretty easy to just drain and refill after removing the adjuster. Lowering services include revalve rebuild service described above. Rear shock rebuild page 2 reinstall shock, friday, dec 4, 2009. Clamp the body cap of shock securely in vice, with the shaft. Motorcycle shock rebuild service epm performance imports.
The original shock absorbers were hydraulic double action with glycerin forced from one chamber to another as the lever arm moved. We customize your suspension for you and your type of riding. Showa shocks often use two circlips to hold their seal. This will save you hours of time and head scratching to get solid information to make it as easy as possible. Includes new shaft seal and all orings to rebuild gytrsoqi 12. For bladder type shocks most kyb and showa when you are done. It is not endorsed by honda or any other recognized authority. Please take into consideration a qualified shock service shop. You want the oil to come up to one inch short of the clip groove. Clamp the body cap of shock securely in vice, with the shaft side up. Rebuilding shocks is fairly simple for the mechanically inclined using common hand tools. Three different length springs of the same tension are used, a short, medium and long. Leave shock pressurized to begin, as it will assist with removing wipercap clean shock, and put into soft jawed vice or something to hold it upsidedown. Let the experts at speedway motors rebuild, tune and dyno test your racing shocks.
I would put it at a difficulty level of 4 on a scale of 10 works perf. Please note that if this is your first time rebuilding a shock, we recommend reading through. Foa shock rebuild instructions foa first over all off. Most rebuilds are completed and posted for return shipping. Shock rebuild includes disassembly, complete cleaning, polish shock shaft, inspect, measure service limits of parts, bleed with new shock suspension fluid and set nitrogen pressure. First, since the shock shaft threads are normally peened, the nut can become damaged when the peened threads are filed away. Forum main old school moto curnutt shock rebuilding. Additional costing for any further parts that might need replacing hard chroming, shaft repair, bladder and bump stop. Push sealhead assembly downward into shock to expose snap ring. Many ford model as operating today do not have shock absorbers in place, making the ride more uncomfortable. The spring retainers on showa shocks are commonly held on with a round wire clip that must be popped out of its groove. With springs and shock bodies as biggest item we have all possibilities available so it fits your rear shock unit.
How to rebuild the shocks on a ford model a it still runs. Now if we were revalvingthere are many more parts to deal with, but that is a whole other thread. Stripped threadsbolts aluminium, titanium, magnesium or steel. A complete estimate is provided after disassembly and thorough inspection. I decided to try and rebuild my sons toasted rear shock on his crf150f first i have to give credit to 87aaron and wadecamp for sharing their tips on rebuilding the rear shocki couldnt have done it without their help. I worked for chuck curnutt from 1975 till 1982 in all aspects of his factory. We pride ourselves on the attention we give to rebuild service. Thus the race tech pro series 19mm shock shaft kit was born, and. Shock absorber rebuild manual mmooddeellmodel ffloat x evolfloat x evol loat x evol fox racing shox hangar way, watsonville, ca 95076 phone 800. Owned and operated by kurt youngs, dc shocks services is a certified service and retailer for all major offroad shocks including. Curnutt shock rebuilding old school moto motocross. Maxima shock oil 3, 7, or 10 weight, complete inspection, charging with nitrogen, optimization of shock dimensions, complete reassembly, and high quality valve stem caps.
So much so, that the team shock design was first introduced in. How to rebuild a nonrebuildable crf150f rear shock. Can it be converted to use standard gas shockstruts. Original equipment research and manufacturing, engineered and calibrated for vehicles with miles.
I didnt pick it up until a needed part was also in. I saw your answer concerning indexing and wanted to ask some similair question. Dc shock services has been servicing, repairing and tuning shocks for all offroad applications for years. When you purchase the ebook you will receive a 32 page pdf with over 140. The real title of this thread is rebuilding a shock with a hammer and pliers, or possibly how not to rebuild a shock. Assemblyonly is covered in the piston style reservoir shock rebuild. Dry the shock assembly with compressed air, if available, or use clean towels. The idea behind having the reservoir hanging low is that the air that is trapped in it and the hose will just bubble to the top as you pour. Our motto since our foundation is inherited by kyb products. Learn howto rebuild reservoir style shocks by watching the video manual and following along with the handbook. Freshly rebuilt freshly rebuilt the shock was ready a few days after i dropped it off. I want to try rebuilding the front skid shock on my pro as it decided to leak all the oil out of it last month. Choosing a shock absorber for a particular application must include component performance damping rate capabilities in addition to dimensions and mountings.
I now have the shock and the reservoir torn down to just two metal tubes. Showa service parts grid view list view sort by featured best selling alphabetically, az alphabetically, za price, low to high price, high to low date, new to old date, old to new. In this video justin goes over the proper procedures and steps to rebuilding the rear shock on a motorcycle. I decided to rebuild the showa shock from my 1984 atc480r myself, and what i ended up figuring out is it can be. I have seen others taking the clevis off of the bottom of the shock shaft, but have not tried this myself. You are currently viewing our boards as a guest which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. That said, most of the tools you will need are likely in your toolbox. Contamination of the shock will lead to premature wear and poor function of your shocks. Fork rebuild teardown and inspect, clean internals in ultrasonic, install. With over 20 years performing overhauls and custom shock tuning, this is not only our specialty, its our passion. I am having a hell of time finding a sealrebuild kit for.
Please remember that struts are usually gas charged and that replacement should only be performed by a qualified technician. Suspension service enduro suspension setup enduro spec. Please be advised that you must first get a return goods authorization rga number before you send your shocks. Although the business has grown tremendously the past two decades, ars is still dedicated to preserving the personal touch that sets it apart from the rest of the shock industry. Ive been looking all over for soem sort of rebuild manual with no success. The following is my own made up procedure for dismantling and reassembling these sealed for life units. Designed, tested and manufactured in nordhorn germany, every wilbers shock is built from scratch, and tuned specifically to the riders weight and riding.
Were do i get the service manual to service the kyb shocks i have the 17 850 manual but it does not show rebuild process something i want to look into doing ad a hobby. While big bore shocks have made there way onto modern offroad vehicles, these standard bore shocks have proven more than effective for many years. I think my oem shocks are about eye to eye but i recall the curnutts being a couple of inches longer for my application. This product is intended for closedcourse racing only and the parts contained in this kit are not for aircraft use. Bladders bumpers piston bands seal heads service kits shafts. Loosen wiper cap with a spanner wrenchchannellock pliers. Back the rebound adjustment knob out until the clicking stops.
With over 1500 listings, wilbers has more applications for more models, and that number is constantly increasing. Follow standard rebuild procedures as outlined in your maintenance manual. Please note that if this is your first time rebuilding a shock, we. After procrastinating for quite a number of years, i am going to offer curnutt shock rebuilds at a very reasonable price. Curnutt shock rebuilding old school moto motocross forums. Safeties first always wear safety glasses and read directions completely before disassembling the shock. I have titled it rebuilding a shock for ease of reference if someone wants to look for information on rebuilding shocks in the future. Many other use modernized shocks designed specifically for the model a. First job is to remove the thin metal cap from housing gas canister housing by prying out. Surprisingly there are a number of sources which offer rebuild kits and rebuild services for the air shox, including the original product. Tech tips advanced racing suspensions shock are our. The smartest, and strongest complete assembly available.
A rebuild service is recommended between 20 to 30,000 miles depending upon use touring, race, off road etc for all quality shocks. The typical oem shock will be worn out and need replacement before 20,000 miles. Lowering services include revalverebuild service described above. I posted here since i printed the attached files as a reference for doing this job. Follow the video as well thats on the link and you will breeze through this. Choosing a shock absorber for a particular application. Shock shaft nut when removing the shock shaft nut there are a couple of opportunities for the nut to get damaged.
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