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Dan I seem to have a issue with the rear shock misalignment spacers. Only 1 fits on the lower bolt for each rear shock. also there were no instructions on the upper spacer. I just guessed the longer of the 2 go to the frame side.
Dan I seem to have a issue with the rear shock misalignment spacers. Only 1 fits on the lower bolt for each rear shock. also there were no instructions on the upper spacer. I just guessed the longer of the 2 go to the frame side.
Here's one of his earlier posts regarding this issue. Not sure if it helps you, but its worth a shot.
Lower, rear shock mount bolt is a 12mm on the 05-16, then 14mm on 17-25. We're including both 12mm and 14mm misalignment to ensure the bearings adapt to both hardware sizes.
Lower, rear shock mount bolt is a 12mm on the 05-16, then 14mm on 17-25. We're including both 12mm and 14mm misalignment to ensure the bearings adapt to both hardware sizes.
I get that but out of 2 shocks I only have two spacers that fit. Out of all supplied hardware.
I have 2 x 14mm spacers and 6x 12mm spacers. The the upper is 2 long spacers and 2 short spacers.
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Got it. I wasn't sure exactly how these mount. The Fox 2.0 Backcountry I had and the oem shocks didn't use any kind of metal sleeve or spacer just the bolt. So if you used those up top, I was thinking maybe you weren't supposed to if the shocks are designed like those. But that may not be the case.
I'm not exactly sure as well, Just going off where they had the spacers zip tied to the shock.
Correct, the installation instructions are part of the kit.
I need 2 more 14mm misalignment spacers. I have 6 total 12mm and 2x 14 mm. I would think 1t would be 4 of each 12mm and 14mm
DM me your address - I'll have those 14mm overnighted!
Dumb question probably but does anyone happen to know if the 2.0 Backcountry reservoir brackets can also be used with the 2.5 Pathfinder reservoirs?
Unlikely 2.0 vs 2.5
No, they can’t. The Pathfinder has its own resi mount that’s not interchangeable with any other shock. The placement of the hose clamps is specific to the machined channels on the reservoir itself. The mount is specific to the this unique setup.
Will these shocks deliver a commuter ride on pavement? I hear they are the sweet spot with a great on road ride and perform close to a pintop off-road.
from what I’ve read these fall in between the backcountry and pintops
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Correct! lmao.
You fellers is a vewwy baaaad influence.
I want to do the Commuter kit/system - everything but the hitch since I'm staying w/ the OEM Tremor wheel/tire for now (35.1"! baby! YEAH... but would like to do the narrowest 37" on a Method [are my 705s available in 18" for the SD?] bead grip, later) and for dampers use these Pathfinders...
...that is unless as someone may have alluded to (not sure) that a "gas"-[engine] Pathfinder and springs kit may be releasing currently.
But the idea is, Commuter for it's claim for road use and slow off-highway trail driving... and a bigger diameter damper w/ a reservior and bitchin' oil in 'em.
Yeah, baby. Yeah.
Am I close? or still cornfused.
The Backcountry and Pathfinder are better on-road than the Commuter. The Commuter is a great bang for the buck option, but the remote reservoir shocks with the less aggressive tune ride better than the IFP.
Pathfinder will ride better than the Commuter, for sure. The gas kits are released, shipping early September.
Dan enjoy your weekend brother! Thank you for supporting us even when you aren’t at work!
