[mmcentire]

I have a 2001 rockshox psylo xc. I got a good deal on it in 01. The damping knob has a problem It has no damping at all. When you turn the knob it turns back by itself. I took it apart and checked the plunger. There are two holes in the bottom of the plunger, when you turn the knob the rubber thingie inside turns a little but then turns back by itself, it does not cover the holes at all. Is this why the damping is not working? If so, can I just cover one of the holes with something and have at least some damping. I can't get a new one and don't have the money to even send it off to get fixed. Any help would be cool.

 

[J-Dubs]

your LBS should know what to do with it. You will have to spend some $$ on it unless you want top just duct tape the knob in place.

 

[mmcentire]

Thanks for the reply.

 

[ultraNoob]

It sounds like the rubber is getting stuck to the metal components. I have never tried it with bike parts, but it works with automotive parts that have a metal/rubber combination. Usually with metal bushings stuck in rubber parts.

1: Remove part and clean thouroughly, make sure it is completely dry.
2: Place in freezer for 30min
3: While chilling part, prepare some warm oil (fork oil)
4: Soak frozen part in warm oil while trying to move stuck piece

It's worth a shot.

 

[mmcentire]

sounds really strange but, what the hey i'll try anything once thanks for the info.