Center shock spring handling upgrade

[RAMSOMAIR]

Ship it USPS and put "gift" if you are not in a rush.

 

[grizztracks]

been shipping to Canada for years. Use USPS and do it online. Just fill in the the description as a steel spring and value it at around $12. I've never had any problems.

 

[McLovin]

Hope someday to figure out a way to ship to all you Canadians reasonably. McLovin thank you for the kind words. Its all packaged up and should go out tomorrow before I leave for weekend. Just have to figure out the stupid Customs form. Any tips to get this through customs best way. I heard saying its used parts works?

Just had to mention that I was wrong for assuming longer shipping time to Canada from USA. It took 4 business days or 6 week days! No duty charged. Very impressed. Shipping was quite reasonable for that speed. Thanks again man.

 

[grizztracks]

Just had to mention that I was wrong for assuming longer shipping time to Canada from USA. It took 4 business days or 6 week days! No duty charged. Very impressed. Shipping was quite reasonable for that speed. Thanks again man.

It varies. I've seen it take a few days or up to a couple weeks depending on what customs decides to do that day. Anything under 3lbs 3 oz is under $20 through USPS but anything over that and there's a big jump in shipping cost.

 

[cannondale27]

Just had to mention that I was wrong for assuming longer shipping time to Canada from USA. It took 4 business days or 6 week days! No duty charged. Very impressed. Shipping was quite reasonable for that speed. Thanks again man.

Awesome! Thank You

 

[razor_220]

Hey guys!? I would like to get a new spring for my shock. Cannondale!! Looks like you the guy!! My ridein weight is around 230lbs. Where do I go and purchase?

 

[cannondale27]

Hey guys!? I would like to get a new spring for my shock. Cannondale!! Looks like you the guy!! My ridein weight is around 230lbs. Where do I go and purchase?

Just PM me your Name and address for a shipping quote. 160# spring is $70. I also can get a 180# 160 will be enough on your BTX. I just shipped to Manitoba for $17. Not sure what it will be to you. Thanks!

 

[GR8BBQ]

If anyone is sick of busting knuckles when adjusting center shock preload with the crappy spanner wrench that comes with your sled, I found a nice upgrade... thicker material so it doesnt slip off the nut, and the angle let's you work in a confined space better than stock.
I'm just getting ready to Plasti-dip the handle to make it even better.... And blue. ;-)
there, that's better.
Source is:
UTV /Offroad 2.0", 2.5",& 3.0" Shock Dual-Rate Hardware Spanner Wrenches | Schmidty Racing
https://www.schmidtyracing.com/Dual-Rate-Hardware-Spanner-Wrenches-p/st-sr-drsw.htm

The wrench you want is the Fox 1.5 preload wrench, about $18.

It was an easy sale since I need it for center spring AND my new Fox H1 - 1.5 Zero Pro Rear Shock from Hygear.

 

[FrozenTows4]

If anyone is sick of busting knuckles when adjusting center shock preload with the crappy spanner wrench that comes with your sled, I found a nice upgrade... thicker material so it doesnt slip off the nut, and the angle let's you work in a confined space better than stock.View attachment 150305
I'm just getting ready to Plasti-dip the handle to make it even better.... And blue. ;-)
View attachment 150306 there, that's better.
Source is:
UTV /Offroad 2.0", 2.5",& 3.0" Shock Dual-Rate Hardware Spanner Wrenches | Schmidty Racing
https://www.schmidtyracing.com/Dual-Rate-Hardware-Spanner-Wrenches-p/st-sr-drsw.htm

The wrench you want is the Fox 1.5 preload wrench, about $18.

It was an easy sale since I need it for center spring AND my new Fox H1 - 1.5 Zero Pro Rear Shock from Hygear.

Thanks. Have one coming.

 

[JCviper]

I recently replaced the tuners on my 2016 viper ltx dx with C&A xpt's. They track great and there is virtually no push anymore. The main difference has been that turning requires a lot more effort. Would Bills spring help to alleviate this?

 

[cannondale27]

I recently replaced the tuners on my 2016 viper ltx dx with C&A xpt's. They track great and there is virtually no push anymore. The main difference has been that turning requires a lot more effort. Would Bills spring help to alleviate this?

Yes. For sure. But I have to ask if you tried cranking up your stock spring?

 

[JCviper]

Yes. For sure. But I have to ask if you tried cranking up your stock spring?

Not yet

 

[JCviper]

Not yet

Yes. For sure. But I have to ask if you tried cranking up your stock spring?

i will try that first

 

[GR8BBQ]

I've found that the center shock preload has a big impact on steering effort and push in the corners. It's a delicate balance that you need achieve by tweaking the center spring preload. Tighten the spring two turns at a time until the steering is light as you want, but too far and you will be pushing in the corners again.

 

[cannondale27]

I've found that the center shock preload has a big impact on steering effort and push in the corners. It's a delicate balance that you need achieve by tweaking the center spring preload. Tighten the spring two turns at a time until the steering is light as you want, but too far and you will be pushing in the corners again.

yes once close 1/2 a turn is very noticeable