300ex w/Raptor Shock

[300exPat]

hey i know you have to use a 01 rear raptor shock but couldnt you use a other year with a piggyback and just shave the airbox down, they do it like that with 400ex shocks on blasters. or would it be too high and go into the airboot or something?? :rolleyes:

[redrunner]

I think it hits the frame and restricts the motion, but I am not sure never saw it in person. Ask Bradley of Jeff@quadshop

[cdalejef]

It won't work, it will hit the frame.

[XCAdam89]

If I was you I wouldn't even waste money trying to do suspension the cheap way. In the long run, You'll be kicking your self because you didn't spend the money on something you really want. I'm just going to deal with my stockers until I can afford my burgard/elka setup.

[redrunner]

Actually the raptor upgrade is a great way to improve this suspension, and cheap. It is way better than stock and will only cost you $100 or so.

[XCAdam89]

I thought about doing the 250r or 400ex conversion for a blaster, I know Flyin did it. Thats ok If you want better suspension and your on a budget, but if you want to do it properly, do it right the first time.

[4wheelboy]

Originally posted by blaster12408
I thought about doing the 250r or 400ex conversion for a blaster, I know Flyin did it. Thats ok If you want better suspension and your on a budget, but if you want to do it properly, do it right the first time.

this is one that actully works good thou;)

[XCAdam89]

Run whatever you want and feel comfortable with. Its not worth arguing over. :rolleyes:

[roostin_dale]

blaster12408..man, dont speak unless you've ran this set-up...It is much better than my old works rear shock...this is just like buying an aftermarket shock for less money!

[jay's 300]

Got mine for about $100 and love it. Money well spent IMO! :D

[XCAdam89]

Originally posted by roostin_dale
blaster12408..man, dont speak unless you've ran this set-up...It is much better than my old works rear shock...this is just like buying an aftermarket shock for less money!

I didn't mean to be an arse. I didn't know that a raptor conversion worked so good. I though it was similar to the 400ex or 250r shock on a blaster, which didn't work the best. Sorry if I pissed you off. :(

[roostin_dale]

Originally posted by blaster12408
I didn't mean to be an arse. I didn't know that a raptor conversion worked so good. I though it was similar to the 400ex or 250r shock on a blaster, which didn't work the best. Sorry if I pissed you off. :(

haha, didnt piss me off...just stating the fact

[rollie]

ill have a raptor shock and elka fronts by friday!!!:D

[khen]

Originally posted by blaster12408
I didn't mean to be an arse. I didn't know that a raptor conversion worked so good. I though it was similar to the 400ex or 250r shock on a blaster, which didn't work the best. Sorry if I pissed you off. :( My brother put a rear 400EX shock on his Blaster and Banshee shocks on the front and it's a big improvement over stock :confused:

[XCAdam89]

It is an improvement, but elka's are way better. I've heard good things about the 400ex rear, but the banshee fronts can damage your balljoints.

[300exPat]

idk why this is turning into bhq forum but my friend just put a 400ex shock on his blaster and its 100% nicer then stock and a hell of alot cheaper

[XCAdam89]

They are nicer, and work great for the money. :)

[300exPat]

ok one more question, couldnt u put it so instead of having the resivoir on top, it was underneath?? or would it still hit something??

[redrunner]

The experts have spoken! lol Naw, this type thread happens all the time. Some call them junkyard mods and mickey mouse upgrades but in reality the "proven" ones are pretty sound in their own rights.
I do beleive that the 01" IS the only one that will work, period. Unless you do some type of serious and unsafe mod, I don't know about it, there is not a whole lot of room in there. PM me I know a guy who has got one cheap.

[cdalejef]

Originally posted by 300exPat
ok one more question, couldnt u put it so instead of having the resivoir on top, it was underneath?? or would it still hit something?? Its not a great idea to mount a shock upside down.

[300exPat]

yeah i figured that but im in desperate need for one :-\

[rollie]

i just got my raptor shock yesterday.....im going to the track today so ill tell you how i like it!:)

[JDiablo]

it is such a big improvement over stock the raptor,i couldnt believe it i was like :eek2: but now ^^^^^^ nacsracer got that and my elkas:(

[m250r]

redrunner check ur pm's

[300ex13]

300ex rida u got a 400!?!?! 400ex28 has told me u was wantin one but i didnt kno if u would

[JDiablo]

in about a week or so i should have one,then ready for parts:D man i hope i dun run out of money....and o yea,im not giving my fenders the hack job either this time:p

[rollie]

Originally posted by 300exrida
in about a week or so i should have one,then ready for parts:D man i hope i dun run out of money....and o yea,im not giving my fenders the hack job either this time:p

i just got back from the track and WOW! i was hitting a 55 foot table and landing it soo easy the only problem i have is where to mount that damn rezzy!:mad: lol

[JDiablo]

if you want me to,ill send you my half assed makeshift thing that actually worked if i can find it:o

[rollie]

Originally posted by 300exrida
if you want me to,ill send you my half assed makeshift thing that actually worked if i can find it:o


nah ill get it somewhere......i hope:eek: :cool:

[redrunner]

http://www.exriders.com/vbb/showthread.php?s=&threadid=93478&highlight=raptor+rear

Check out this, it may help a little.;) Alos search for "raptor rear" and you will get tons of info.:D

[rollie]

Originally posted by redrunner
http://www.exriders.com/vbb/showthread.php?s=&threadid=93478&highlight=raptor+rear

Check out this, it may help a little.;) Alos search for "raptor rear" and you will get tons of info.:D

thanks alot redrunner i think i have it in a good spot now....its pretty much where yours is...:)

[redrunner]

Originally posted by nacsracer12
thanks alot redrunner i think i have it in a good spot now....its pretty much where yours is...:)

No problem, dat's wat we are here fo! I learnt here, now you learnt it here!

You should like it alot, I finally got to test mine a little this weekend.