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.8down · 09-20-2007, 07:56 PM

Im keep having to pump up my rear Fox float on my M5 Stumpy(every 3-5 rides). Am I too fat? is this common? I don't mind doing it, but it sucks when it bottoms out(when I forget to pump it up) on climbs and I'm kicking every rock I tread over. Getting a new shock is probably not going to happen as I'm looking at AM bikes, and would rather just use the money there. but in the mean time while I'm saving I don't want to stop riding, do I just have to deal with it till I'm on my new horse?....Any band aid resolutions?

Neccros · 09-20-2007, 07:59 PM

Seals might need to be replaced.... Might wanna call Push and see what they say....

Also check the shaft for scratches... and make sure it has a light coating of lube

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Originally Posted by Slo-poke

Im keep having to pump up my rear Fox float on my M5 Stumpy(every 3-5 rides). Am I too fat? is this common? I don't mind doing it, but it sucks when it bottoms out(when I forget to pump it up) on climbs and I'm kicking every rock I tread over. Getting a new shock is probably not going to happen as I'm looking at AM bikes, and would rather just use the money there. but in the mean time while I'm saving I don't want to stop riding, do I just have to deal with it till I'm on my new horse?....Any band aid resolutions?

CalEpic · 09-20-2007, 08:00 PM

Just order a new seal kit. Or take it to Path, Garage Works. Pretty simple fix.

C

foofighter · 09-20-2007, 09:42 PM

i 2nd that trip to the path...they can rebuild it's been a few years

2wheel_lee · 09-21-2007, 03:29 PM

I don't know the time span for you to do 3 - 5 rides, but I always check my air shocks about every two weeks on every air shock I've ever owned...just as often as I check the tires. It's normal for a bit of air to leak, so any longer time than that, the air loss may be noticeable.

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Originally Posted by Slo-poke

Any band aid resolutions?

Yes, put air in the shock every 2-4 rides.

guero · 09-21-2007, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Neccros

Also check the shaft for scratches... and make sure it has a light coating of lube

we are talking about shocks right?

Neccros · 09-21-2007, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by guero

we are talking about shocks right?

sicko!!

thephat · 09-22-2007, 07:45 PM

You can buy the seals and do it yourself. There are instructions available online. You can remove your shock and submerge it to identify the source of the leak. Sometimes it is valve related. It can be the threads where the valve threads in. It can be a leaky or loose valve core. You should be able to get at least a few weeks without major air loss.

FyrFytrRyn · 09-23-2007, 01:56 PM

mine suddenly lost all pressure resulting in a fall on the SART last friday. turns out the end cap wasnt tight (the part with the adj. on it) so i came home and tighened it, seems cool...theres a good tutorial on fox's site on how to do this, at the beginning they give you the option of buying the parts (only 6.00=shipping)...

heres the link

http://www.foxracingshox.com/fox_tec...ice_videos.htm

Pain Freak · 09-23-2007, 03:32 PM

Just get a new bike!

foofighter · 09-23-2007, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Pain Freak

Just get a new bike!

LOL dont give him an excuse!

he's already eyeballing the 08's LOL

Steven Jackson · 09-23-2007, 05:01 PM

Get a RST, mine never leaks.

Chewyeti · 09-24-2007, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Steven Jackson

Get a RST, mine never leaks.

thats just funny....

.8down · 09-25-2007, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Chewyeti

thats just funny....

after several post with the same joke, it really isn't.

09-20-2007, 07:56 PM	#1 (permalink)
.8down STR Veteran	is my rear Fox Float shock leaking??? Im keep having to pump up my rear Fox float on my M5 Stumpy(every 3-5 rides). Am I too fat? is this common? I don't mind doing it, but it sucks when it bottoms out(when I forget to pump it up) on climbs and I'm kicking every rock I tread over. Getting a new shock is probably not going to happen as I'm looking at AM bikes, and would rather just use the money there. but in the mean time while I'm saving I don't want to stop riding, do I just have to deal with it till I'm on my new horse?....Any band aid resolutions? __________________ .8down designs

09-20-2007, 08:00 PM	#3 (permalink)
CalEpic STR Moderator	Just order a new seal kit. Or take it to Path, Garage Works. Pretty simple fix. 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

09-20-2007, 09:42 PM	#4 (permalink)
foofighter On the Mend	i 2nd that trip to the path...they can rebuild it's been a few years __________________ Pho'd Up: " Heart Rate Monitor + Road miles = fast. Chasing Neil, and Chris (Sar Boats) = Faster." www.coverageispersonal.com http://news.singletrackminded.com/

09-22-2007, 07:45 PM	#8 (permalink)
thephat STR Veteran	Do an air can rebuild You can buy the seals and do it yourself. There are instructions available online. You can remove your shock and submerge it to identify the source of the leak. Sometimes it is valve related. It can be the threads where the valve threads in. It can be a leaky or loose valve core. You should be able to get at least a few weeks without major air loss.

09-23-2007, 01:56 PM	#9 (permalink)
FyrFytrRyn PORKCHOP SANDWICHES!	mine suddenly lost all pressure resulting in a fall on the SART last friday. turns out the end cap wasnt tight (the part with the adj. on it) so i came home and tighened it, seems cool...theres a good tutorial on fox's site on how to do this, at the beginning they give you the option of buying the parts (only 6.00=shipping)... heres the link http://www.foxracingshox.com/fox_tec...ice_videos.htm __________________ Don't do anything by half. If you love someone, love them with all your soul. When you go to work, work your ass off. When you hate someone, hate them until it hurts.

09-23-2007, 03:32 PM	#10 (permalink)
Pain Freak Peanut butta jelly	Just get a new bike! __________________ If quizzes are quizzical, what are tests? “Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well-preserved body—but rather a skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming, ‘Wow, what a ride!’ ” —anon.

09-23-2007, 05:01 PM	#12 (permalink)
Steven Jackson Thank God For Stevens	Get a RST, mine never leaks. __________________ STEVENS ARE THE BEST!

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