2016 LTX Rear suspension question.

[JAZZ04RX1]

When I push down on the rear of the sled the rear skid compresses all the way to the stops and does not rebound. After time it will spring back very slowly. When I sit on the sled the same thing happens. The machine has 7K miles on the original springs and shocks. The torsion spring is set to the medium setting. I way 185 lbs. Is this a torsion spring issue or a shock issue or both?

 

[allyammies]

Is it on dollies?

 

[murdered141]

Could be a combination, but I'm betting on the rear shock

 

[JAZZ04RX1]

Is it on dollies?

 

[JAZZ04RX1]

Yes it is. I think I know were you are going here.

 

[cannondale27]

Yes it is. I think I know were you are going here.

Either way you are way overdue for shock service. Especially the center one. It could easily ruin a day when it fails.

 

[JAZZ04RX1]

Either way you are way overdue for shock service. Especially the center one. It could easily ruin a day when it fails.

What would be the turn around time if I got all 4 to you in the next couple of weeks?

 

[cannondale27]

What would be the turn around time if I got all 4 to you in the next couple of weeks?

2 weeks max but 1 week as of today.

 

[Wannaviper]

What would be the turn around time if I got all 4 to you in the next couple of weeks?

Send them in, you won't regret it. My grandson's XTX had over 10K on it, and after Steve did the shocks, it rode like new.

 

[JAZZ04RX1]

Send them in, you won't regret it. My grandson's XTX had over 10K on it, and after Steve did the shocks, it rode like new.

Yea I bet it did. Any tips on how get the rear shocks out with out too much struggle. I assume I need to pull the skid frame out.

 

[cannondale27]

I would pull skid. Always things to look for on skid also.

 

[Wannaviper]

I am sure Steve is right and pulling the skid is best, but you can get the shocks out without pulling the skid on an LTX. I did it last year on my LTX. The center shock is easy, but in order to get the top bolt out of the rear shock, I had to remove the torsion spring from one side of the sled, the side with the head of the bolt, so that I had room to slide the bolt out and release the shock. I am no mechanic, so it took me a while to do it, but it really wasn't all that bad. Getting the shocks back in was frustrating until I realized I could use a ratchet strap to compress things until they fit!
If you search the threads, there should be one from last year because I asked a lot of questions, and as usual, this site was awesome at providing all the answers.

 

[JAZZ04RX1]

I am sure Steve is right and pulling the skid is best, but you can get the shocks out without pulling the skid on an LTX. I did it last year on my LTX. The center shock is easy, but in order to get the top bolt out of the rear shock, I had to remove the torsion spring from one side of the sled, the side with the head of the bolt, so that I had room to slide the bolt out and release the shock. I am no mechanic, so it took me a while to do it, but it really wasn't all that bad. Getting the shocks back in was frustrating until I realized I could use a ratchet strap to compress things until they fit!
If you search the threads, there should be one from last year because I asked a lot of questions, and as usual, this site was awesome at providing all the answers.

Thanks for the insight but I pulled the skid. I know from past maintenance sessions that would be the less frustrating process to get the shocks out. Also gives me chance to check all iddler wheel bearings as well. Turns out there is one that needs replacing. You are right this an awsome site for great info and very helpful people.

 

[Jaybaar]

I am sure Steve is right and pulling the skid is best, but you can get the shocks out without pulling the skid on an LTX. I did it last year on my LTX. The center shock is easy, but in order to get the top bolt out of the rear shock, I had to remove the torsion spring from one side of the sled, the side with the head of the bolt, so that I had room to slide the bolt out and release the shock. I am no mechanic, so it took me a while to do it, but it really wasn't all that bad. Getting the shocks back in was frustrating until I realized I could use a ratchet strap to compress things until they fit!
If you search the threads, there should be one from last year because I asked a lot of questions, and as usual, this site was awesome at providing all the answers.

I too need a rear shock for my 16 Viper. Did you have to remove the piece below that holds the torsion spring to get it out?

Thank you!