*Fox Float Rl Manual
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2003 Rear Shock Owner’s Manual FLOAT - FLOAT R - FLOAT L - FLOAT RL Vanilla - Vanilla R - Vanilla RL - Vanilla RC AVA - TALAS - SBC Enduro - SBC Epic - M-BITS FOX RACING SHOX 130 Hangar Way, Watsonville, CA 95076 831.768.1100 FAX 831.768.9342 E-Mail: service@foxracingshox.com Website: www.foxracingshox.com. Posted: Jan 18, 2012 at 7:42 Quote Hi All
I want to service my forks myself,does anybody know of a good site for a video explaining types of oil and how much you have to put in .
Thanks. Posted: Jan 18, 2012 at 7:50 Quote Some helpful information from Fox site http://www.foxracingshox.com/help.php?m=bike&t=manuals&ref=lnav_help
E: Just pick the right manual for you Posted: Jan 18, 2012 at 8:06 Quotekanioni wrote:Some helpful information from Fox site http://www.foxracingshox.com/help.php?m=bike&t=manuals&ref=lnav_help
E: Just pick the right manual for youThanks for that ,this might sound basic to you ,but when they state spring side ,I presume they mean the rebound leg and not your air side ie the side your air goes in. Posted: Jan 18, 2012 at 8:36 Quoteflyjay wrote:kanioni wrote:Some helpful information from Fox site http://www.foxracingshox.com/help.php?m=bike&t=manuals&ref=lnav_help
E: Just pick the right manual for youThanks for that ,this might sound basic to you ,but when they state spring side ,I presume they mean the rebound leg and not your air side ie the side your air goes in.The spring side is the side with an air spring, which is the side where air goes in. The other side is the damper side. Hope you got it Posted: Jan 18, 2012 at 8:50 Quote Double post, but watch these and you'll know how it's done
Posted: Jan 19, 2012 at 7:57 Quotekanioni wrote:Double post, but watch these and you'll know how it's done
Thanks for that Fox Float Rl Manual
FLOAT RL
Installing Your Fork | Before You Ride | Setting Sag | Adjusting Rebound | Locking Out the Fork | Changing Travel | Service Intervals | Important Safety Information
Better to send it to Fox or Push when you get the stuck down problem, I heard they have permanent fixes. During the first stuck down occurance I decided to get a RP23, blows the Float out of the water in every way. That I would say is the biggest weakness of the Float, once you ride something like the RP23, what's the point of using a Float. Fox Racing Shox Float DPS EVOL SV 3POS Performance Rear Shock - 2021 Model Fox Racing Shox Transfer Internal Factory 150 mm Dropper Post - 2021 Model Fox Racing Shox Steel Coil for DHX 216, 222 mm / Van R 216, 222 mm.weight
3.81 lbs./1.73 kgtravel
5.5 in. / 140 mmfeatures/adjustments
lockout, air spring pressure, reboundspring/damper type
air/open bathintended use
all-mountain, cross-countrycolor
FLOAT Gold
Be sure your fork is properly installed before proceeding. Clicking on the link above will take you to a new page. Before You Ride
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Check that quick-release levers are properly adjusted and tightened.
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Clean the outside of your fork with soap and water and wipe dry with a soft dry rag. Do not spray water directly on the seal/upper tube junction. Do not use a high pressure washer on your fork.
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Inspect entire exterior of fork for damage. The fork should not be used if any of the exterior parts appear to be damaged. Please contact your local dealer or FOX Racing Shox for further inspection and repair.
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Check headset adjustment. If loose, adjust according to manufacturer’s recommendations.
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Check that brake cables or hoses are properly fastened.
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Check that the front and rear brakes operate properly on flat land.Setting SagFox Float Rl Fork
You can also view a Flash video on Setting Sag.
To get the best performance from your fork, it is necessary to set and adjust sag. Generally, sag should be set to 15 – 25% of total fork travel.
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Unscrew the blue aircap (shown below) on top of the left fork leg to expose the Schrader valve.
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Attach a FOX Racing Shox High Pressure Pump to the Schrader valve.
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Using the Air Spring Settings table below, pump your fork to the appropriate setting = 4 && typeof(BSPSPopupOnMouseOver) 'function') BSPSPopupOnMouseOver(event);'>using the FOX High Pressure Pump, then remove the pump.
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Install a zip tie with light friction on the upper tube and push it down until it contacts the fork seal.
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Carefully sit on the bike and assume a normal riding position. The fork should compress slightly.
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Being careful not to further compress the fork, dismount the bicycle. Measure the distance between the seal and the zip tie. This distance is sag.
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Compare your sag measurement to the Sag Setup table below.
If your sag is lower than on the table, screw on the pump fitting, note the current air pressure setting and depress the black bleed-valve to reduce the gauge pressure by 5 psi. Measure sag again and repeat adjustment, if necessary.
If your sag is higher than on the table, screw on the pump fitting, note the current air pressure setting and pump to increase the gauge pressure by 5 psi. Measure sag again and repeat adjustment if necessary.
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Screw the blue aircap back on, and go ride.
AIR SPRING SETTING guidelinesRider WeightAir Pressure< 125 lbs. 45 psi125 - 135 lbs. 50 psi135 - 145 lbs. 55 psi145 - 155 lbs. 65 psi155 - 170 lbs. 75 psi170 - 185 lbs. 85 psi185 - 200 lbs. 95 psi200 - 215 lbs. 105 psi215 - 230 lbs115 psi230 - 250 lbs. 125 psi
sag setup
TravelXC/Race FIRMAll-Mountain PLUSH
100 mm (4')15mm (5/8')25mm (1')
140 mm (5.5')21mm (7/8')35mm (1 3/8')
sag troubleshooting
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Remedy
Too much sag
(+) air pressure in 5psi increments
Too little sag
(-) air pressure in 5psi increments
Excessive bottoming
(+) air pressure in 5psi increments
Harsh ride; full travel not utilized
(-) air pressure in 5psi increments2004 Fox Float Rl ManualAdjusting Rebound
The rebound knob (shown below) is located on the top of the right fork leg, and has 12 clicks of adjustment. Rebound controls the speed at which the fork extends after compressing. Turning the knob clockwise slows down rebound; turning the knob counterclockwise speeds up rebound. As a starting point, turn the rebound adjuster knob all the way clockwise (full in) until it stops, then turn counterclockwise (out) 6 clicks.
Knob Setting
(clicks out from full in)
Setting Description
Tuning Tips
Setup Tips1
Slow Rebound
Too slow and your fork will pack down and ride harsh.
If you increase your spring rate or air pressure, you will need to slow down your rebound6(Factory setting)
Average Rebound12
Fast Rebound
Too fast and you will experience poor traction and wheel hop.
If you decrease your spring rate or air pressure, you will need to speed up your rebound setting. Locking Out the Fork2008 Fox Float Rl Manual Diagram
The blue compression lockout lever is located below the red rebound adjuster knob. It allows the rider to close the compression damping circuit in the fork. This keeps the fork at the top of its travel, making it harder to compress.
Rotate the lever fully clockwise to lockout the fork. This position is useful in climbing and sprinting situations, but will sag with the rider’s weight. The fork will 'blowoff' in the event that a big hit is encountered with the fork locked out.
To unlock the fork, simply rotate the lever fully counterclockwise. Changing Travel
Travel on your FLOAT fork can be changed by rearranging the internal travel spacers. After changing travel, check the fork for proper operation before riding. If there is noticeable play in the fork or if it makes strange noises, disassemble the fork and check for complete number and correct orientation of spacers.
FLOAT forks can be reduced in travel, but they cannot be increased in travel beyond 140mm.Tools Required for Travel Change
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26mm 6-sided socket
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10mm socket
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Small screwdriver
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Torque wrench
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Oil drain pan
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Plastic-faced hammer
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Measuring container w/ cc or mL incrementsSupplies Required for Travel ChangeLearn how to use the FOX High Pressure Pump
Supplies REQUIREDQuantity
Part Number
Part Name1
025-03-004-A
1 qt. bottle of FOX Suspension Fluid (7 wt.)1
025-03-002-A
5cc Pillow Pack of FOX FLOAT Fluid2
241-01-002-C
Crush washer1
803-00-078
32MM Cartridge Seal Kit (optional)
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Remove the blue air cap from the top of the left fork leg. Let the air out of the fork. Remove the left top cap with a 26mm socket 6-point socket wrench.
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Loosen the bottom nut 3-4 turns with a 10mm wrench. With a plastic mallet, gently tap the bottom of the shaft to disengage it from the lower leg. Allow oil to drain into a bucket. Remove the bottom nut and crush washer.
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Compress the fork as much as possible. The air piston will be visible about one inch below the top of the upper tube. Push the bottom of the air shaft upwards to push the air piston out of the top of the upper tube. Use a long, thin shaft screwdriver to push the bottom of the air shaft up through the hole in the bottom of the lower leg.
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Pull the air-shaft assembly from the fork. Refer to the drawings below and add or remove the appropriate number of 20mm spacer(s) to achieve the desired travel.
Spacers snap onto the air shaft between the negative spring guide and topout plate, as shown in the travel spacer orientation drawing below.
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Lubricate the U-cup seal on the air piston with FOX FLOAT Fluid and re-install the air shaft assembly into the upper tube. Be sure to orient the U-cup seal as shown in the Seal Orientation drawing below.
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Push the shaft until it approaches the bottom hole of the fork. Do not push the shaft all the way through the bottom hole.
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Turn the fork upside down. Measure and pour 30cc of FOX Suspension Fluid through the bottom hole.
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Push the air shaft assembly up until the shaft comes through the bottom hole. Install the crush washer and bottom nut. Torque to 50 in-lbs.
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Turn the fork right side up. Pour 5cc of FOX FLOAT Fluid on top of the air piston.
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Lubricate the o-ring on the air topcap with FOX FLOAT Fluid.
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Re-install the topcap and torque to 165 in-lbs.
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Pump up the fork to the desired pressure and cycle it several times to check for proper operation.
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Re-install the blue air cap.
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You’re done. Go ride. Travel Spacer OrientationSeal Orientation Ensure that the lip on the air piston seal is at the top.
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