Shock Refresh Time

[cannondale27]

Here is a good one. Shock had way too fast rebound when ridden then when removed and disassembled look what I found! Yep that water in oil will separate and freeze. Took out Wiper and O-ring backer too with it. Chunk of Ice in shock is not good!

 

[superfan75]

Ouch !!

 

[Gone Blue]

Bummer, water in most things can be really bad. G.B.

 

[Mileage Quest]

While I understand this guy might need a little more then a refresh... I was always under the understanding that shocks should be stored over long period in the extended position and not compressed... is this correct???

Would the best time to recharge and revalve ideally be just before the season starts???

Two technical aspects of sledding I haven’t fully grasped yet is clutching and anything related to shocks...

Thanks for all the info you have provided to us TY members Steve!!!

 

[cannondale27]

I prefer to cycle the shocks during off season to keep seals pliant and lubed. Also like to do in spring since when sitting oil and water seperate and pure water can then rust insides. I put my sled away ready to ride when snow comes.

 

[yamahaguy]

I'll be sending all of my shocks to you after the season is over. Trying to get those last few rides in. Let it snow a few more times!

 

[cannondale27]

Right! Hoping to go next weekend myself. Thanks!

 

[yamahaguy]

Right! Hoping to go next weekend myself. Thanks!

Same here!

 

[cannondale27]

That ice is powerful!