[BRacing]

Has anyone noticed the spring on their 5th Element rubbing against the resovoir/piggyback?

I was adjusting the preload when I noticed a wear-spot on the spring. Apparently it only rubs when it's active, and barely rubs, but it's enough to notice. I'm riding a 2003 Bullit with a 425# spring.

-Brad

 

[sub6]

mine has about 1/8" of clearence, increasing as it goes toward the reservoir mount. 375# spring.

 

[ChrisKring]

Originally posted by BRacing
Has anyone noticed the spring on their 5th Element rubbing against the resovoir/piggyback?

I was adjusting the preload when I noticed a wear-spot on the spring. Apparently it only rubs when it's active, and barely rubs, but it's enough to notice. I'm riding a 2003 Bullit with a 425# spring.

-Brad

Did you have any preload on the spring? If not, make sure you have at least 3mm of preload to keep the spring centered on the collar.

 

[JK]

Just rotate the spring until it clears the reservoir.

 

[BRacing]

Yes, i had preload on the springs

Yes, i've tried rotating the spring to avoid rubbing.

Both have resulted in more wear, just in different spots on the spring.

Does anyone have the 425# spring like I do? I think it might be the large spring rate...

-Brad

 

[ChrisKring]

Originally posted by BRacing
Yes, i had preload on the springs

Yes, i've tried rotating the spring to avoid rubbing.

Both have resulted in more wear, just in different spots on the spring.

Does anyone have the 425# spring like I do? I think it might be the large spring rate...

-Brad

Call customer support at Pregressive. The number is on the website.

 

[cbcbike]

I'm riding a 02 Bullit with a 425 spring. I haven't noticed any wear on the piggy back chamber. Call Progressive, they have a great tech support staff (760) 948-4012.

 

[Loopie]

Mines all dirty and I don't feel like turning the spring right now.....
But I'm pretty sure mine is clearing fine ....and I have a 500lb spring.