Suspension ?

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oufreud

Discussion Starter · Mar 7, 2009

I just bought some Elka triple rate shocks and dual rate rear shock for $250.00. I've never had after market shocks before so I have a few ?'s. First he had hem set up for 170lb rider I'm about 225 so do I need to get them re-valved or change the springs or what? The second is if I do need to get them re-valved or new springs where would be the best place on price and service. Thanks for the help guys.

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YFZER359

· #2 · Mar 7, 2009

yes you will have to get them re-valved. And i would send them into Elka, they will do a complete service for you.

EDIT: Lucky you! Thats my 1000 post!!! lol

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oufreud

Discussion Starter · #3 · Mar 7, 2009

Thanks for the advise. Do you have any idea how much it will set me back?

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Stix2007

· #4 · Mar 7, 2009

you'll need a re-spring as well.

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YFZER359

· #5 · Mar 7, 2009

QUOTE (oufreud @ Mar 6 2009, 09:41 PM) index.php?act=findpost&pid=754770

Thanks for the advise. Do you have any idea how much it will set me back?[/b]

well they are in Quebec , Canada so depending on where you are

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1socal450

· #6 · Mar 7, 2009

Please dont send them to Elka! Send them to Precision in San Diego Ca. area or someone else who knows valving.It will be cheaper and you will have better results.Thats who did my Elkas and they were amazing! Do more research on this.There are alot of companys out there that service shocks.Google Precision Concepts(yes,the same maker as the stabilizer),they do shock setup for alot of pro racers.

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82SOCOM

· #7 · Mar 7, 2009

DFR is a site sponsor and they do shock service. PM them and they will get you hooked up.

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CADWELL

· #8 · Mar 7, 2009

QUOTE (82SOCOM @ Mar 7 2009, 05:00 AM) index.php?act=findpost&pid=754825

DFR is a site sponsor and they do shock service. PM them and they will get you hooked up.[/b]

I agree with Mike, send them to Dirt Fiend Racing.

Rudy has been in the ATV buisness a long time and I'm sure you'd get your shocks back just right for your needs and in timely fashion...

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oufreud

Discussion Starter · #9 · Mar 7, 2009

Thanks for the responses guys. I appreciate it

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1socal450

· #10 · Mar 8, 2009

Let us know what you do!

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NSYA

· #11 · Mar 8, 2009

QUOTE (1socal450 @ Mar 6 2009, 10:25 PM) index.php?act=findpost&pid=754802

Please dont send them to Elka! Send them to Precision in San Diego Ca. area or someone else who knows valving.It will be cheaper and you will have better results.Thats who did my Elkas and they were amazing! Do more research on this.There are alot of companys out there that service shocks.Google Precision Concepts(yes,the same maker as the stabilizer),they do shock setup for alot of pro racers.[/b]

Precision stabilizers are made by Precision Racing Products in Lodi, CA., NOT Precision Concepts.

Racetech, Noleen, and several others also do re-valve work. Cheaper faster, and probably with better results than Elka.

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cwright#26

· #12 · Mar 14, 2009

I agree don't send them to Elka you can find somewhere that can revalve and respring them for a cheaper price with as good as or better service than Elka

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