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Old Apr 27, 2016 | 03:50 PM
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hey guys thinking about putting on some 13.5" rear shocks on my bike and i was wondering if i had to do anything to the front height or if the stock front height is fine. thanks in advance!
 
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At the least you will need to stiffen the front spring preload for less sag.
That would be a good first step.
Those 412 shocks are worth the money.
 
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how is that done?
 
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The cheapest way is to get a PVC coupling. Remove the fork caps. Install on top of the springs. You will have to cut it in 1/2 probably for less preload. It is not easy compressing the spring with the cap in a socket and starting the threads. But it can be done. You can try diff length spacers for the ride you want.
The other way is to buy preload adjusters. There are several brands out there.
 
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