Have you ridden a 5th Element? If so, if both shocks are set to the same pedaling firmness, which is more supple over small bumps?jncarpenter said:
FOXY Porn Star!!!!!!!!!!
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Also, curious about it compared to the Pro Pedal RC... if you've tried one?
....yes, I have ridden the 5th extensively on a Yeti As-X I previously owned. The Fox is MUCH more supple even with the propedal full on. There is no discernible platform to overcome on the Fox. It just feels plush. :heart:Tully said:
this is what i need to figure out, what spring i'll need. Right now i'm on a 400# with no preload, maybe a tad on the stiff side. Frasier suggested a #50 drop, although my thinking it will also depend on the bike.jncarpenter said:
Did you find the 100# drop in coil perhaps gave a bit more sag than before if anything?
.....well, I am running 100# lighter coil & the sag is spot on....~ 5/8" for a 2" stroke....~31% which is what I prefer. It seems that you can vary it a bit with psi input. To confuse things a bit for everyone....renton springs (RCS) has Ti available for it already as well.....same spring as the manitou swinger.zedro said:
actually running a Manitou coil since they are alot cheaper than the Fox ones. I did need (or felt i needed...ah hell i just like tweeking stuff) to make a shim between the collar and spring sides to keep it properly centered, but this size difference is like a 1mm larger ID than the Fox spring.jncarpenter said:.....well, I am running 100# lighter coil & the sag is spot on....~ 5/8" for a 2" stroke....~31% which is what I prefer. It seems that you can vary it a bit with psi input. To confuse things a bit for everyone....renton springs (RCS) has Ti available for it already as well.....same spring as the manitou swinger.
Got my DHX 5.0 yesterday...and had to make a slight mod to get it to fit my small Diesel frame and it just fits.
I had to remove the blue bottom-out cap..but I found it a bitch to turn(anyone else find it hard to turn that sucker?)..so now I just use a wrench to turn it...much easier.
anyone know the recommended PSI setting?
I have it at 150psi (for 155lb rider)
here are some pics
I had to remove the blue bottom-out cap..but I found it a bitch to turn(anyone else find it hard to turn that sucker?)..so now I just use a wrench to turn it...much easier.
anyone know the recommended PSI setting?
I have it at 150psi (for 155lb rider)
here are some pics
....what is the Ti spring from?
It seems the bottomout adjuster gets easier to move once you've done it a few times.
?????Still toying with psi on mine????
It seems the bottomout adjuster gets easier to move once you've done it a few times.
?????Still toying with psi on mine????
the ti is from a 5th element
gawd i love that frame, and by that i mean that particular framePrivate Joker said:
now wheres the ****in mailman with my DHX!!!
zedro said:gawd i love that frame, and by that i mean that particular frame
now wheres the ****in mailman with my DHX!!!
Thanks Z!.... you headin to B-mont this weekend? I might be up there tomorrow morning.
Looks like a whole bunch of rain today and Sunday....making WC course even more rutted out.
Edit: I gave the bike a spin and HOLY SMOKES this thing Pro Pedal thing works....my PUSH'd Fox RC (Top o line revalve ) use to bob like a mother when I go for a power sprint....this DHX stays put....no bob...just raw pedal power... hopfully I'll be able to give it a beating at Bromont.
Oh, yes, the infamous DHX. Can't give up all the information just yet, but we've had a couple of these units since Sea Otter and have been testing them over the summer in a controlled enviorment. Couple of notes:
1. Reservoir fit issues. We're making a new end cap that will still be adjustable but offer a lower stack height. ie 5 spot downtube issues.
2. The stock shock is awesome, repeat awesome out of the box and with a few tweaks, can be tuned to exceed your expectations.
3. We hope to have all of the DHX tuning components by the second week of September.
4. DHR meets DHX, what a match up. If only someone new how to make a remote verison....
Later,
Darren Murphy
Push Industries
1. Reservoir fit issues. We're making a new end cap that will still be adjustable but offer a lower stack height. ie 5 spot downtube issues.
2. The stock shock is awesome, repeat awesome out of the box and with a few tweaks, can be tuned to exceed your expectations.
3. We hope to have all of the DHX tuning components by the second week of September.
4. DHR meets DHX, what a match up. If only someone new how to make a remote verison....
Later,
Darren Murphy
Push Industries
me and chrisrobin should be there sunday, maybe monday too. Just look for the two guys incessantly being inquired about their odd-ball techno-bikes...Private Joker said:Thanks Z!.... you headin to B-mont this weekend? I might be up there tomorrow morning.
Looks like a whole bunch of rain today and Sunday....making WC course even more rutted out.
i guess my DHX wont be here for the weekend
PUSHIND said:
Get off the interweb and make the thing already!! :mumble:
I trust ya.PUSHIND said:
I'm irritated at the frame design, not everyone else trying to work with it. I'm glad you're approaching the situation at all.
Darren,PUSHIND said:
Have you looked into an alternative for the shrader valve? On my spot the biggest concern is the valve. I can live with using a standard box wrench to tune shock if i reallt have to ride without the knob. As far as i can tell the knob really just gives you a visual alignment to the marks on the can of the resivor. I have to stick a 4mm allen like suggested to turn it, so im already having to bust out a tool, why not just use the box wrench? Its a sset and forget thing too isnt it?
The one thing though is the shrader valve gets real close on my medium frame. I was hoping that there could maybe be other stock valves that could be different, shorter or angled...ect, or that the one already on there could be machined to give better clearance. I e-mailed a friend at fox asking if that vavle was easy to replace, and if i could get replacement parts. If i hear anything ill share it to the forums.
Thanks,
damon
PUSHIND said:
Oly...how dare you question Darren's work??
I've heard rumors that Push Dampers are light? Oh wait...they are!
is that hickey I gave you at BB still here? :dancing:PUSHIND said:Wait.... Luc, let me wipe off your lip marks from my but cheek!!
That's even grosser considering that I have met both of you guys.Acadian said:
You know like putting a name with a face, or a butt. Uuuuuuuuggh.
Well Luc, if you ever get tired of all this buttkissing, New Jersey needs a new governor!!
the way work is going here...I might have to apply for that job.Jeremy R said:New Jersey needs a new governor!!
Tore said:
...at the time of the post I was 215-220 lbs & using a 500# spring. I would recommend the 500# spring to you. 550# if you like a real firm ride.
Hey jn... now that you've had the DHX for a bit, got any long-term reviews coming down the pipeline?jncarpenter said:
...I am one of the fortunate ones who have avoided the "clicking" issues with the DHX. Since I set it up, mine has been problem free. As far as performance, the closest comparison would be to an avalanche ( which I have had extensive experience riding...however, not on my spotChainWhip said:
). The shock is a winner! Great all around performing damper for a decent pricetag. I think the 150 psi setting is the best all around setting & the platform you get is incredible considering how plush the shock remains. Again, I haven't ridden it on a DH bike...but for my application on a trailbike, it is absolutely outstanding & I would highly recommend it. Anything in particular you were looking for?Jay
I just wanted to feel "better" about my new purchase - I faxed my order into Fox today... I was really debating RP3 vs. DHX - but ended up going w/ the coil.jncarpenter said:...I am one of the fortunate ones who have avoided the "clicking" issues with the DHX. Since I set it up, mine has been problem free. As far as performance, the closest comparison would be to an avalanche ( which I have had extensive experience riding...however, not on my spot
Jay
Regardless, if/when Darren & Co. get that mod out, I'm going to have to get it for the clearance issues on the med '04 5-spot.
as in North Carolina?PUSHIND said:
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