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mtbbiker · 12-29-2009, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Laggdawg

It looks so much better now that you got the bash gaurds back on...wonder how long till you break 'em off again

!!

The guards actually broke off during transportation & not from riding

. I bet you can't wait to get your enduro frame back! Did I hear you say the new one is carbon fiber?

Laggdawg · 12-29-2009, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by mtbbiker

The guards actually broke off during transportation & not from riding

. I bet you can't wait to get your enduro frame back! Did I hear you say the new one is carbon fiber?

Oh yes...oh yes you did! 2008 Enduro Pro Carbon with rear shock. Oh boy! Time for some component upgrades!!

Drakethomas · 12-30-2009, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Laggdawg

It looks so much better now that you got the bash gaurds back on...wonder how long till you break 'em off again

!!

I have never seen a DUC 32 with guards that did not break off. Still a wonderful fork. Paul Turner knows suspension flat out.

duke777 · 12-30-2009, 09:37 AM

That fork is VERY oil sensitive. The only way to tune the compression and better rebound is by oil level and oil weight. If the oil gets dirty or worse low on oil then it would feel terrible.

Also the internal of the fork is all open(open bath system) so oil get get dirty quicker and need oil change more frequent compare to other forks. It also loses oil over time through the open bath system and seals.

Great fork but not a ride and forget type of fork, it requires some TLC.

I'm sure Drake did a great job but make sure you change oil/rebuild at least once a year.

Drake: you work on them pesky DT forks? Mine might need a oil change.

Drakethomas · 12-30-2009, 12:09 PM

Yes I do, I do Fox, Zocchi, Manitou, RShox,DT swiss, Specialized AFR and Brain,Magura,Cannondale Lefty,Headshocks,Maverick,Cane Creek,Noleen,Showa, Bilstein,Kayaba,KYB,King, wow that is alot.lol

yamahabr6 · 12-30-2009, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Drakethomas

Yes I do, I do Fox, Zocchi, Manitou, RShox,DT swiss, Specialized AFR and Brain,Magura,Cannondale Lefty,Headshocks,Maverick,Cane Creek,Noleen,Showa, Bilstein,Kayaba,KYB,King, wow that is alot.lol

Why so limited? I cant believe you don't service common brands like RST, Spinner or White Brothers.

NipomoGuy · 12-30-2009, 10:07 PM

can you do bushing replacement and seal stuff on a rockshox with the powerbulge crap?

vince72 · 12-31-2009, 08:43 AM

drake does know his stuff.
i worked on my rear shock and it rides great

Drakethomas · 12-31-2009, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by NipomoGuy

can you do bushing replacement and seal stuff on a rockshox with the powerbulge crap?

Yes, but only sizes 25.4,28.6, 30, 32, 34, 35, 36, 38, and 40mm stanchions

, and yes I have sizing mandrels. That is pretty much every size made for the last decade or more.Oh by the way I also service White Bros, forgot to mention that.

NipomoGuy · 12-31-2009, 02:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Drakethomas

Yes, but only sizes 25.4,28.6, 30, 32, 34, 35, 36, 38, and 40mm stanchions

, and yes I have sizing mandrels. That is pretty much every size made for the last decade or more.Oh by the way I also service White Bros, forgot to mention that.

do you have a website? you need one

i'm gonna PM you now

mtbbiker · 12-31-2009, 04:08 PM

Just a follow up! I did the legendary Palm Canyon Epic ride yesterday. It's a boulder filled downhill fun run that's about 30 miles long. I'm just amazed at how well this fork performed. It really feels like a super lite weight DH fork & I've had the: monster T, shiver, & White brothers forks in the past. When this fork was new, it felt good, but not this good! Drake is the man!

simonmtb · 01-08-2010, 10:38 AM

Hey Drake. I just put that Lyrik on my new Nomad, and it runs super-well. Thanks for doing a great job and lets go ride some trails soon.

Simon

New Nomad with " Draked" Lyrik

Joon · 01-08-2010, 11:19 AM

I'll vouch for Drake as well. Can't wait to try my forks in Fontana this weekend. Thanks Drake!

Drakethomas · 01-09-2010, 09:30 AM

Thanks again you guys, appreciate it.

rojomas · 01-09-2010, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Drakethomas

Yes I do, I do Fox, Zocchi, Manitou, RShox,DT swiss, Specialized AFR and Brain,Magura,Cannondale Lefty,Headshocks,Maverick,Cane Creek,Noleen,Showa, Bilstein,Kayaba,KYB,King, wow that is alot.lol

How about Curnutt?

Drakethomas · 01-09-2010, 10:03 AM

Yes sir, pretty much a SPV, Progressive design, air back compressed valve.

Garrett · 01-15-2010, 03:22 PM

Just got my fork back from Drake yesterday and he did a killer job! I had him install a firmer coil and Motion Control on my RS Pike. Communication went really smooth, hes great about returning emails quickly. The parts arrived late so Drake did some basic tuneups in addition to the work I requested. A very nice touch if you ask me, especially since it was out of his control.

Leaving now to test it out on dirt

ifouiripilay · 01-15-2010, 03:36 PM

Is there anywhere we can find service prices for 06" fox32rc2 and 06" marz 66light eta?

Chewyeti · 01-15-2010, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by ifouiripilay

Is there anywhere we can find service prices for 06" fox32rc2 and 06" marz 66light eta?

PM him

2 clicks away... and yes.. im very bored at work

NipomoGuy · 01-15-2010, 09:59 PM

Sent my Domain 318 out to him... the anticipation is KILLING ME because i KNOW it's gonna be awesome! I have a bad feeling that i'm underestimating how it's gonna feel when it comes back, and i'm expecting nothing but awesome!

Is it gonna come back with a sticker? cause i want one

12-30-2009, 10:07 PM	#47 (permalink)
NipomoGuy Tink's first sponsor	can you do bushing replacement and seal stuff on a rockshox with the powerbulge crap? __________________ I'm a 15 year old clyde riding a blue Transition Vagrant named "Marge" Trying to work up DH skills

12-31-2009, 04:08 PM	#51 (permalink)
mtbbiker Member	Just a follow up! I did the legendary Palm Canyon Epic ride yesterday. It's a boulder filled downhill fun run that's about 30 miles long. I'm just amazed at how well this fork performed. It really feels like a super lite weight DH fork & I've had the: monster T, shiver, & White brothers forks in the past. When this fork was new, it felt good, but not this good! Drake is the man! __________________ Garage Sale: http://www.socaltrailriders.org/clas...ate=1260430515 Craig Santa Cruz Blur Lt Old bike Yeti 575

01-08-2010, 10:38 AM	#52 (permalink)
simonmtb Digging for fun.	Hey Drake. I just put that Lyrik on my new Nomad, and it runs super-well. Thanks for doing a great job and lets go ride some trails soon. Simon New Nomad with " Draked" Lyrik __________________ "Democracy may sometimes be undermined by the money that pays for it." Heckler frame:http://www.socaltrailriders.org/clas...ate=1260223940

01-15-2010, 09:59 PM	#60 (permalink)
NipomoGuy Tink's first sponsor	Sent my Domain 318 out to him... the anticipation is KILLING ME because i KNOW it's gonna be awesome! I have a bad feeling that i'm underestimating how it's gonna feel when it comes back, and i'm expecting nothing but awesome! Is it gonna come back with a sticker? cause i want one __________________ I'm a 15 year old clyde riding a blue Transition Vagrant named "Marge" Trying to work up DH skills

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12-30-2009, 09:37 AM	#44 (permalink)
duke777	That fork is VERY oil sensitive. The only way to tune the compression and better rebound is by oil level and oil weight. If the oil gets dirty or worse low on oil then it would feel terrible. Also the internal of the fork is all open(open bath system) so oil get get dirty quicker and need oil change more frequent compare to other forks. It also loses oil over time through the open bath system and seals. Great fork but not a ride and forget type of fork, it requires some TLC. I'm sure Drake did a great job but make sure you change oil/rebuild at least once a year. Drake: you work on them pesky DT forks? Mine might need a oil change. __________________ Doh!

12-30-2009, 12:09 PM	#45 (permalink)
Drakethomas	Yes I do, I do Fox, Zocchi, Manitou, RShox,DT swiss, Specialized AFR and Brain,Magura,Cannondale Lefty,Headshocks,Maverick,Cane Creek,Noleen,Showa, Bilstein,Kayaba,KYB,King, wow that is alot.lol __________________ *Independent Suspension Operation* isotuned@yahoo.com 619.760.6261

12-31-2009, 08:43 AM	#48 (permalink)
vince72 Member	drake does know his stuff. i worked on my rear shock and it rides great

01-08-2010, 11:19 AM	#53 (permalink)
Joon Stay thirsty my friends.	I'll vouch for Drake as well. Can't wait to try my forks in Fontana this weekend. Thanks Drake!

01-09-2010, 09:30 AM	#54 (permalink)
Drakethomas	Thanks again you guys, appreciate it. __________________ *Independent Suspension Operation* isotuned@yahoo.com 619.760.6261

01-09-2010, 10:03 AM	#56 (permalink)
Drakethomas	Yes sir, pretty much a SPV, Progressive design, air back compressed valve. __________________ *Independent Suspension Operation* isotuned@yahoo.com 619.760.6261

01-15-2010, 03:36 PM	#58 (permalink)
ifouiripilay Senior Member	Is there anywhere we can find service prices for 06" fox32rc2 and 06" marz 66light eta?

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