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Chino886
12-02-2006, 07:12 AM
Okay, I now have 3 OEM rears, 1 has a dual rate ZPS setup by JH Racing with his aftermarket link. I am trying to figure out where to send my other one.
I have heard of a PEP conversion that carries a hefty price tag. Any one have any thoughts on this coversion? Ride reviews!
I have ridden GT Thunders rear on my bro's 450R and it feels very good, comparable to my rear on my 450R by JH Racing.
I know there are tons of companies out there but most of the styles and rebuilds are the same?
I know of the main styles: TCS, Dual-rate ZPS, Progressive rate rear.........I may be missing a few.
I have never heard a ride report comparing them.
Also, who does these PEP rear conversions? I want to test multiple rear shocks on the rear of my bike, all will be converted OEM rear shocks.
Thanks for reading!
I will be running PEP Quad-rate ZPS front shocks on +2 arms for MX if that matters to anyone.
It would be nice to get some unbiased opinions on these questions :)
FREE BUMP!:D
Chino886
12-04-2006, 06:10 AM
Anyone? :confused:
Pappy
12-04-2006, 06:15 AM
Ive been using C&D and Derisi.
Both have given excellent service and we have been completly satisfied with thier work.
Both get the job done quickly, with C&D being a bit faster then Derisi, both will talk with you and work with you to get the shock dialed in after the sale etc.
Not sure if there is a "best" out there, but I have no problem refering folks to either of these two companies.
bradley300
12-04-2006, 07:10 AM
pappy is right, there really isnt a "best" you can give the exact same specs to c&d, derisi and gthunder and chances are you will get three different shocks. it all depends on the builders theory of what works best. little softer here, little stiffer there, a little more or less ride height....
Colby@C&DRacing
12-05-2006, 08:47 AM
We are testing a new true dual rate rear setup and have had good results and still are able to obtain the same ride height. Testing has been limited due to the frigid weather :(
Chino886
12-05-2006, 08:49 AM
Originally posted by Colby@C&DRacing
We are testing a new true dual rate rear setup and have had good results and still are able to obtain the same ride height. Testing has been limited due to the fridgage weather :(
You wouldn't have tested it on a ice set up would you....:blah:
Link/no link?
Price on the conversion?
Need any testers? :devil:
One_Bad_400
12-06-2006, 12:12 PM
I had HydroDynamics/ iShock do a rear for a 450r, it was alright...I just needed something besides stock, needed it cheap and fast. I would not do it again though if that says anything about how I really feel about it
Chino886
12-06-2006, 12:16 PM
Originally posted by One_Bad_400
I had HydroDynamics/ iShock do a rear for a 450r, it was alright...I just needed something besides stock, needed it cheap and fast. I would not do it again though if that says anything about how I really feel about it
Can you elaborate please?
redrocker
12-06-2006, 01:14 PM
I had C&D do my 01 Raptor rear
shock and all I can say is
NIGHT & DAY
C&D will be getting all my shock
work in the future very happy!!!!!!!!!!!
quick turn around also
schl48
12-07-2006, 12:56 PM
isn't tcs and c&d one an the same? yes or no !!!
Chino886
12-07-2006, 12:57 PM
Originally posted by schl48
isn't tcs and c&d one an the same? yes or no !!!
NO
duke416ex
12-07-2006, 01:01 PM
Originally posted by Colby@C&DRacing
We are testing a new true dual rate rear setup and have had good results and still are able to obtain the same ride height. Testing has been limited due to the frigid weather :(
Ditto on teh testing, I have a race this weekend and one the 7th of Januarry. I would be glad to test it out :devil: I gurantee teh triple sanction in Alabama will test any rear shock out, solid whoops for 2 hours.:eek2:
rob-u/21
12-07-2006, 01:01 PM
I have had TCS rebuild me a TRX450r, a Predator and an LT-R450 rear shock and to me they work extremely well. I can't compare them to any other company cause I've never used anything else.
Colby@C&DRacing
12-07-2006, 01:01 PM
Originally posted by schl48
isn't tcs and c&d one an the same? yes or no !!!
we use tcs parts
Chino886
12-07-2006, 01:23 PM
Originally posted by duke416ex
Ditto on teh testing, I have a race this weekend and one the 7th of Januarry. I would be glad to test it out :devil: I gurantee teh triple sanction in Alabama will test any rear shock out, solid whoops for 2 hours.:eek2:
I was the first Crash Test Dummy volunteer!
Colby, when you send the shock out for me to test, you better send a couple of helmets too so I can really test it out for you! :devil:
duke416ex
12-07-2006, 01:57 PM
Helmet:rolleyes: Then you really wouldn't get the full effect, besides, you know crash dummies don't really wear helmets:chinese:
hoopd450
12-07-2006, 09:56 PM
i can test the heck out of stuff for you.
schl48
12-08-2006, 05:58 AM
thats something thats cleared up. thanks
schl48
12-08-2006, 06:00 AM
thats something thats cleared up. thanks
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