[b-Rad]

Anyone out there rockin a DHX Air on a Heckler?

I ordered one up (7.875 x 2.25 per SC recommendations). It doesn't fit. The mount drillings on the frame are off by maybe 1/16" keeping the bolt from going through because the shock body hits the sloping top tube. I've flipped the shock around every which way, still no luck. There is a heavy weld bead where the shock mount is welded which I believe is taking up the space needed to make this shock fit.

Just wondering if anyone else has had problems or if this is an issue with my frame only.

*My Heckler frame is an 05'.

 

[b-Rad]

As a follow up to the previous post, Santa Cruz has modified the 06' Heckler shock mounts to accept the DHX air shock. The new frames have an indentation on the bottom side of the top tube that gives about 1/4" more clearance.

If you have an 03' to an 05' frameset and would like to upgrade, you can get a new Heckler front triangle for $200 from SC direct. Sizes and colors may be limited.