I suspect the vivid and rc4 may edge it out for dh use, but on a freerideallmountain bike this thing is. Fox dhx rc4 diy bike shock inspection and assembly fox shox. Extensive internal service should be performed by fox racing shox or an. Thread the pumps valve chuck onto the shocks air valve until pressure registers on the pump gauge. I had found and copied the fox tuning guide for the rc4, and found their instructions and suggestions perfect for helping me quickly and accurately fine tune the. This is how i go around setting up my sag for fox dhx rc4 on my 2014 turner dhr. Dec 15, 2011 ccdb is a great shock, i ran it recently as well as vivid air and rc4. As soon as i installed it, i promptly took this shock up to one of my favorite trails. Oring placement is now in the end of the shaft for 12 shaft 2014 dhx rc4 rc2 shocks.
Fox dhx rc4 241x76 mm factory series steel spring damper 400x3. Major difference compared to the dhx 5 coil that i had before. Refer to bicycle manufactures manual for proper sag setting, for your specific model. Should i consider something else other than the fox 2021. Quick to setup with instructions from fox buttery smooth and responsive. Fox 40 float fit rc2 fork and dhx rc4 rear shock first look.
Fox dhx rc4 fox dhx rc4 fox dhx rc4 a1020837 a1020838 rock shox vivid coil c300 a1020899 a1024273 a1024274 rock shox vivid coil c400. Bicycle yeti cycles sb95 2012 owners manual 16 pages bicycle yeti cycles 575 owners manual 17 pages summary of contents for yeti cycles 2010 asr 7. For more bottomout resistance, add 1015 pounds of air pressure, to a maximum of 200 psi. I suspect the vivid and rc4 may edge it out for dh use, but on a freerideallmountain bike this thing is well and truly the bomb. Setup 2012 medium status 1 2010 fox 40 rc2 2009 fox dhx air 5. I had an rc4 tekin tuned on my last bike and i liked it a lot apart from the 2010 model exploding and having to be replaced, but am wondering if i am a good enough rider to notice the difference between the two. The complete fox dhx 345 service thread mountain bike. You can adjust both air assit pressure and air assist rate. May 06, 2012 im currently riding a dh bike with a 2011 fox van r and am thinking about upgrading to a an rc4.
This air springdamping unit is truly among the best i have ever used. Fox 40 float fit rc2 fork and dhx rc4 rear shock first. Information on strutmount bikes and fox marzocchi coil shocks. And let me start byapologizing to my bike for not buying this shock right away. Scott spark and genius 2012 2016 pivot rebuild manuals.
Fox dhx rc4 rc2 coil improved damper service rebuild oil seals kit. Fox dhx rc4 fox dhx rc4 fox dhx rc4 a1020837 a1020838 rock shox vivid coil c300 a1020899 a1024273 a1024274 rock shox vivid coil c400 rock shox vivid coil c500 24 24 12 41 rear shock 222x70 5 39 40 11 35 35 37 16 19 18 16 5 20 37 19 16 20 16 18 35 35 35 38 15 21 33 21 36 9 8 6 7. Here you can see howto disassemble rear shock at home. Developed over the years, fox has refined this shock to a precise piece of machinery. There are other techniques but this way works best for me. Fox dhx rc4 diy bike shock inspection and assembly. Giant glory 0 datasheet 2 datasheet pdf download manualslib. Marzocchi general information on strutmount bikes and fox marzocchi coil shocks. Bike rear shock spare fox shox float rp2 remote bv factory 2012 decal 5.
Refer to bicycle manufactures manual for proper sag setting, for your specific. This allows the front derailleur to stay in perfect shift alignment throughout the frame travel. Contact your local dealer or fox racing shox for further inspection or repair. Fox float rp23 manual pdf all pdf fox float rp23 manual pdf. Great thing about the 2011, works great in all conditions superior control over both the small and big bumps. Refer to bicycle manufactures manual for proper sag setting, for your speci. Speed sensitive damper ssd fvathsbhighlow speed adjuster new high speed adjuster piston and blowoff system rc4 new high speed adjuster piston and preset blowoff system rc2 modification kit and revalverebuild. The pump is used to add and release air pressure from your shock. Jul 14, 2011 the fox dhx rc4 is a high performance, racingoriented rear shock designed to give you complete freedom to set up and control your rear wheel. I can hardly believe that fox improved even this one with the 2012. To measure the sag slide the travel indicator compression damping.
Update your shipping location 7 s 0 p o n s o a r p a 7 e e d11. Mar 26, 20 the newly refined dhx rc4 rear shock is more sensitive, thanks in part to its slimmer shock shaft, which has been reduced to 12. Read more m5 manipulated alloy frame with 180mm of travel, ore tubing, iscg mount, 142mm dropouts, fullcartridge bearing pivots and replaceable derailleur hanger creates a tough and maneuverable bike for going big in the bike park. Fox the industryleading ride dynamics companyhas announced the release of two 2014 gravity offerings with the 40 float rc2 and dhx rc4. Add manual will be automatically added to my manuals. To change the range of bottomout control damping characteristics of your dhx rc4 shock, attach a fox high pressure pump to the air valve on the reservoir. Using feedback directly from athletes on the world cup circuit, fox introduces a completely redesigned 40 fork and dhx rc4 shock. Yeti cycles 2010 asr 7 owners manual pdf download manualslib. Fox dhx coil van rrc 12 improved damper service rebuildoil seal kit. Built up your very own bike park shred toy with the 180mmtravel sx trail frame, equipped with a fox dhx rc4 shock.
Air assist pressure is used to help fine tune spring rates. Installing your shock general maintenance before you ride setting. Fox dhx rc4 shock disassembly and inspection outside and inside parts. There are other techniques but this way works best for. It shows you how to completely service about 98% your dhx, including the.
Cane creek double barrel vs 2012 dhx rc4 with kashima coat. Installing your shock general maintenance before you ride. Bike rear shock spare fox shox dhx rc2 reservoir decal 2012. Page 8 setup fox dhx air setup fox rc4 sag once you have set your baseline air pressure you need to setup overview the dhx rc4 employs both speed sensitive rebound damping and position. Air assist in the dhx rc2 rc4 shocks can help you fine tune your spring rate. The fox dhx rc4 is the third shock that i have run on my current rig. If sag is lower than on the table, turn the preload ring counterclockwise.
Pdf download 2001 chevy silverado 2500 owners manual. Here is the 4th version of my fox dhx 345 service guide it. Page 8 setup fox dhx air setup fox rc4 sag once you have set your baseline air pressure you need to setup overview the dhx rc4 employs both speed sensitive rebound damping and position sensitive measure the sag. Increase air assist pressure up to the maximum of 200psi to increase overall spring firmness. I have a fox float 32 fork and an rp2 shock in a giant reign.
Hi, can someone tell me what oil the rc4 comes with from the factory. The previous owner of the bike all but made me swear on the life of my unborn children that i would give the dhx 5 air a fair trial. Fox spent a ton of time dialing the shock in and incorporating their boost valve technology and the latest boost valve implementation features speedsensitive dampening control over the last third of the. A fox racing shox high pressure air pump is available for your float, dhx or dhx air shock.
Nov 16, 2010 fox dhx rc4 oil viscosity in mechanics lounge. Installing new custom rod shaft, oil filling with motorex, ifp tuning. Shock 2014 dhx rc4 rc2 shock 2014 float ctd shock 2014 float ctd drcv shock 2014 float icd shock 2014 float x ctd shock 2014 van rrc. The trail has some gnarly rock sections, with some nice big drops too. Fox dhx rc4 diy bike shock inspection and assembly fox. Save fox dhx rc2 to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. Relative simple procedure if youre mechanically orientated.
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