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dubjay · 08-22-2007, 03:03 PM

I took off my Fox DHX Air and threw on a Marzocchi Roco Air onto my Chumba Evo this afternoon. The mounting hardware is compatible between the two, so no need to buy extra hardware.

To get the same amount of sag, I only need to run 145 psi in the Roco versus 180-190psi in the DHX Air.

The initial stroke is much smoother, probably most likely due to no more pedaling platform. The shock feels way more active and the dampening is good. I'm surprised these things retail for only $175.

I only had a chance to ride it around the street so far. I'll be taking it to either Whiting-Luge or El Moro in a bit. We'll see if I actually end up missing the ProPedal or not.

tkblazer · 08-22-2007, 03:26 PM

awesome shock Wey, i'm still waiting for the rocco air tst r's to come out i may be needing two

CalEpic · 08-22-2007, 03:42 PM

Nice - be sure to post a report when you've got some time on it.

C

TURNERob · 08-22-2007, 03:47 PM

So the only adjustment is rebound? Will be interesting to see what you think of its high speed performance.

RED5 · 08-22-2007, 04:46 PM

If you find that your not getting full travel there is a way to adjust that as well...Roco Air Bottom Out Adjust.

I know it's on "that" site ya'll hate, but it's useful info.

BTW, I bought a Roco Air R for my Dawg to replace my DHX_A and it was the best upgrade yet. Thing is AWESOME!!

dubjay · 08-23-2007, 05:47 AM

Got in a ride at El Moro yesterday afternoon. Here are my initial thoughts.

On small bump/washboard type surfaces, the Roco tracks much better than the DHX. It just feels very active.

I don't seem to miss ProPedal at all. I'm not seeing any more bob than I had previously.

On bigger hit/high speed bumps, the Roco seems to give a little more support in the mid-stroke - giving it a more linear feel. The DHX seemed to go through the mid-stroke a little faster, but ramp up quite a bit in the end.

As far as the rebound adjustment goes, the knob is indexed for 24 stops. There isn't a big difference in feel between the minimum and maximum rebound settings, so it's pretty tough to tell the difference between 1-2 clicks. It's almost like a micro-adjust for rebound.

Anyone want to buy a used DHX?

Hoosierdaddy · 08-23-2007, 06:23 AM

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Originally Posted by dubjay

Anyone want to buy a used DHX?

Length and travel? And price?

dubjay · 08-23-2007, 06:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hoosierdaddy

Length and travel? And price?

That was actually a rhetorical question - but I guess I don't really need it as now I have two DHX-A's in my toolbox.

It's 7.875" x 2" - and $250 if you're interested.

J_Sims · 08-23-2007, 07:17 AM

No MAs DHX here

Only one day so far in Big Bear but I am loving this shock

dubjay · 08-23-2007, 07:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by J_Sims

No MAs DHX here

Only one day so far in Big Bear but I am loving this shock

Nice! Are you going to leave the masking tape on there? I guess it's like leaving plastic on the furniture

J_Sims · 08-23-2007, 07:22 AM

I was too busy trying to go ride it and did not even pay attention to the tape....

dubjay · 08-23-2007, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by J_Sims

I was too busy trying to go ride it and did not even pay attention to the tape....

I was actually just playing. That tape is actually tough to take off w/o pulling some of the real sticker with it.

Hoosierdaddy · 08-23-2007, 07:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dubjay

That was actually a rhetorical question - but I guess I don't really need it as now I have two DHX-A's in my toolbox.

It's 7.875" x 2" - and $250 if you're interested.

I have to see if it will fit my 04 Spec. Enduro, (basically have to measure everything) if anyone knows off the top of their head, chime in please.

Is it a DHX 4 or 5?

dubjay · 08-23-2007, 07:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hoosierdaddy

I have to see if it will fit my 04 Spec. Enduro, (basically have to measure everything) if anyone knows off the top of their head, chime in please.

Is it a DHX 4 or 5?

It's a DHX 5 from 2006. I don't think it'll fit any of the Specialized bikes. The bikes that use that size (off the top of my head) include some Kona's and Titus's.

Hoosierdaddy · 08-23-2007, 07:52 AM

Did you have it repaired from Fox for the "stuck down" problem? I think that was a major prob. with those?

dubjay · 08-23-2007, 07:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hoosierdaddy

Did you have it repaired from Fox for the "stuck down" problem? I think that was a major prob. with those?

No, I actually never had a problem with that. I think some of the earlier ones did (2005?). I heard it had something to do with cold weather and o-rings, but I don't recall exactly. Then again - it never really gets that cold out here.

Hoosierdaddy · 08-23-2007, 08:00 AM

Mine was an 06 and was assured when I bought the bike that the prob. had been resolved and it failed after about 100 miles.

Let me look into it (the fit issue) and I'll get back to you. Thanks!

SAR_boats · 08-23-2007, 09:20 AM

The 04 Spec Enduro requires a 7.625X2.0 shock.

roadkillross · 08-23-2007, 09:28 AM

those marz's are nice, but i think im gonna have to get a rock shix vivid. those are ballin

Geronimo · 08-29-2007, 09:45 PM

After reading this thread I've been researching this shock. I'm the last person to buy an air shock for freeriding, but this one seems to be the real deal, and it's less then $175

I was concerned that they only have a rebound adjustment, but found out you can adjust the bottom out on them as well, and they're easy to revalve.

08-22-2007, 03:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
dubjay STR Veteran	Bye DHX - Hello Roco I took off my Fox DHX Air and threw on a Marzocchi Roco Air onto my Chumba Evo this afternoon. The mounting hardware is compatible between the two, so no need to buy extra hardware. To get the same amount of sag, I only need to run 145 psi in the Roco versus 180-190psi in the DHX Air. The initial stroke is much smoother, probably most likely due to no more pedaling platform. The shock feels way more active and the dampening is good. I'm surprised these things retail for only $175. I only had a chance to ride it around the street so far. I'll be taking it to either Whiting-Luge or El Moro in a bit. We'll see if I actually end up missing the ProPedal or not.

08-22-2007, 03:26 PM	#2 (permalink)
tkblazer Ruining It For The 95%	awesome shock Wey, i'm still waiting for the rocco air tst r's to come out i may be needing two __________________ Geronimo: I think I could probably spend all day exporing Dell Painfreak: Dstepper turned me on

08-22-2007, 03:42 PM	#3 (permalink)
CalEpic STR Moderator	Nice - be sure to post a report when you've got some time on it. C __________________ ShinKen: OOhhh helLSS YEsS!~!!! JoeTruth: As far as I'm concerned, I could really care less. Just ride your damn bike and STFU already

08-23-2007, 07:17 AM	#9 (permalink)
J_Sims P. W. R.	No MAs DHX here Only one day so far in Big Bear but I am loving this shock __________________ Your actions speak so loud I can't hear a word your saying Big Thanks to ::: http://www.thepathbikeshop.com/

08-23-2007, 07:22 AM	#11 (permalink)
J_Sims P. W. R.	I was too busy trying to go ride it and did not even pay attention to the tape.... __________________ Your actions speak so loud I can't hear a word your saying Big Thanks to ::: http://www.thepathbikeshop.com/

08-22-2007, 03:47 PM	#4 (permalink)
TURNERob I need a tow truck ASAP	So the only adjustment is rebound? Will be interesting to see what you think of its high speed performance.

08-22-2007, 04:46 PM	#5 (permalink)
RED5 Banned	If you find that your not getting full travel there is a way to adjust that as well...Roco Air Bottom Out Adjust. I know it's on "that" site ya'll hate, but it's useful info. BTW, I bought a Roco Air R for my Dawg to replace my DHX_A and it was the best upgrade yet. Thing is AWESOME!!

08-23-2007, 05:47 AM	#6 (permalink)
dubjay STR Veteran	Got in a ride at El Moro yesterday afternoon. Here are my initial thoughts. On small bump/washboard type surfaces, the Roco tracks much better than the DHX. It just feels very active. I don't seem to miss ProPedal at all. I'm not seeing any more bob than I had previously. On bigger hit/high speed bumps, the Roco seems to give a little more support in the mid-stroke - giving it a more linear feel. The DHX seemed to go through the mid-stroke a little faster, but ramp up quite a bit in the end. As far as the rebound adjustment goes, the knob is indexed for 24 stops. There isn't a big difference in feel between the minimum and maximum rebound settings, so it's pretty tough to tell the difference between 1-2 clicks. It's almost like a micro-adjust for rebound. Anyone want to buy a used DHX?

08-23-2007, 07:52 AM	#15 (permalink)
Hoosierdaddy High Speed Dirt.	Did you have it repaired from Fox for the "stuck down" problem? I think that was a major prob. with those? __________________ Freeride or Die! www.moderneyewear.com I can ride my bike with no handlebars... no handlebars, no handlebars.

08-23-2007, 08:00 AM	#17 (permalink)
Hoosierdaddy High Speed Dirt.	Mine was an 06 and was assured when I bought the bike that the prob. had been resolved and it failed after about 100 miles. Let me look into it (the fit issue) and I'll get back to you. Thanks! __________________ Freeride or Die! www.moderneyewear.com I can ride my bike with no handlebars... no handlebars, no handlebars.

08-23-2007, 09:20 AM	#18 (permalink)
SAR_boats .	The 04 Spec Enduro requires a 7.625X2.0 shock. __________________

08-23-2007, 09:28 AM	#19 (permalink)
roadkillross Throw some Dee's on it	those marz's are nice, but i think im gonna have to get a rock shix vivid. those are ballin __________________ Offroadie-"I ride a fixed gear, but I'm no hipster." dirttorpedo- "i like the runs..........:

08-29-2007, 09:45 PM	#20 (permalink)
Geronimo Bill would poach it	ROCO bottom out adjust After reading this thread I've been researching this shock. I'm the last person to buy an air shock for freeriding, but this one seems to be the real deal, and it's less then $175 I was concerned that they only have a rebound adjustment, but found out you can adjust the bottom out on them as well, and they're easy to revalve. __________________ Fullyloop: never have, never will.

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