Custom Built No-Link setup info and i need a shock

[400EXSTUDMUFFIN]

I have searched and searched for this info on many sites and not found much useful info...

Here is what i am going to do..

Move upper shock mount on frame and move lower shock mount on swinger to run a 17.5-18.5 inch shock no link style.

First thing i need is a shock Anybody got one?

I have all the tools needed to complete the work just need a decent shock I will get it reworked if needed

So who has a shock i can buy...I will do a complete write up of what i do.

I have a big ride coming up and need this finished pretty fast

[FL-R]

I have a 17.5 axis dual rate rear. Comp and rebound adjust shock in near mint cond. 600$ Im in tampa fl

[400EXSTUDMUFFIN]

Can you send me a few pics of the shock?

Also is this shock set up for a no link? as in valved and springs?

Also what weight rider was it set for?



Anybody know how long a cannondale shock is? I have been looking but have not found anything?

Who else has a shock?

[dustin_j]

Since you're moving the mounting points yourself, I wouldn't recommend looking for just any no-link shock. You will want a shock setup for the specific leverage ratio you end up with; otherwise, you could build your mounting points to match the leverage ratio of another no-link setup and buy a shock built for it. You'll want a dual rate spring setup, so you'd at least be ahead buying a shock with both springs. You'll probably be able to use the tender spring, but may have to change the main. Determine your extended and compressed shock lengths, then buy a shock that either has the same measurements, or longer extended length and shorter compressed length, or just a shorter compressed length. Then you'll just need spacers installed to get the correct lengths. Sounds like an interesting project; it'd be cool to see some pictures.

[FL-R]

The bike it came off of was a preadator. And they dont have a link. But its valved for a 180 to 200 lb rider. Search my name and their should be pics.

[400EXSTUDMUFFIN]

I will be posting pictures of the build so all can enjoy it...I plan to get the shock reworked to prefect the ride...I dont want to build to another shocks set-up because it may not put me into the best mouting location.

I would like to get a shock first just to have the correct size and length to set up the mounts.

[FL-R]

http://www.exriders.com/vbb/showthread.php?s=&threadid=445183

[400EXSTUDMUFFIN]

How about a trade my dual rate...rebound and comp adjust

PEP rear shock with big bottle valved for 190 rider...ready to bolt on you 400ex and turn it into a long machine.

This is the shock i ran and my race ready 450ex when i was racing.

[FL-R]

Send me some pics.. does it work with the stock swinger and linkage....

[400EXSTUDMUFFIN]

it was on a LT leagers swinger

[FL-R]

What all do you have. Just the shock, or do you still have the swinger also

[400EXSTUDMUFFIN]

Just the shock is all i have left...

it was on a stock linkage..worked great on the 400 just to short on the 250r it does not allow for enought droop on this bike thats the only reason i am looking for something different.

[FL-R]

Cause i hav a stock swinger and linkage. And. Lt PEP fronts.. So ur shock will wrk with the stock rear set up.

[400EXSTUDMUFFIN]

I think it will I am going to take the rear apart today and i will send you pics of the shock and get measurements for you so you can see if it will mount up