Are all rear shocks the same size?
Each manufacturer and frame may use a different size shock and your bike is not guaranteed to function properly without using the correct size. To find out what size shock is correct for your mountain bike, either check the brand’s website for your model or call us at the shop and we will be more than happy to help!
What kind of shocks should I use on a lowered car?
Lowering springs typically use a higher spring rate than factory springs, so a shock or strut needs to be designed to keep that stronger spring in control.
What kind of shocks do full suspension bikes use?
For full suspension bikes, rear wheel travel is controlled by a shock. There are two fundamental types of shocks, Air shocks and Coil shocks. They are named by the type of spring used. The ride can be dramatically improved with an upgraded shock, increasing grip and confidence when riding.
What should the SAG be on a coil shock?
With a coil shock, the correct spring must be purchased for rider weight and riding style, with the correct spring fitted sag should be in the 25-35% range, the sag point can be fine-tuned by adjusting the pre-load on the spring. This is done through compressing the coil slightly by turning the adjuster ring clockwise.
Can a longer shock increase rear wheel travel?
Rear wheel travel cannot be increased by installing a longer shock, the linkage of the frame governs rear wheel travel and is designed to work with a specifically sized shock. As with most performance upgrades the more you spend on a rear shock the more benefits are available either in feel and support, adjustability, or both.
Lowering springs typically use a higher spring rate than factory springs, so a shock or strut needs to be designed to keep that stronger spring in control.
Can a front shock be replaced on a 911?
One of the most popular projects to perform is the replacement of the front and rear shocks on the 911. It is usually recommended that you replace both the front and the rear at the same time, as they take roughly similar abuse over their lifetime, and the fronts or rears are not likely to be more or less worn than the other ones.
What are the front struts on a Porsche 911?
The easiest and most basic method of determining which front strut you have is to take a look at the color of the strut. Green struts are almost always Bilstein struts, red is almost always Koni, black is Boge, and yellow struts can be either Bilstein or Koni.