14" Pro Action shocks on a SG
#11
05-20-2018, 07:37 PM
Stellar HDF Member
Actually that's how I set my shocks - by the zip tie method, which is the same idea but using the zip tie as an indicator instead of the bumper. You want to use all of your travel. But that doesn't mean there isn't sag. I guarantee you, with any decent shock, there is. In this case Pro Action calculates it using your stats and sends them with the estimated sag already dialed in. But they're smart not to spend too much time on sag (like one noteworthy sponsor here) because in the end, it's going to be adjusted away from that anyway. And if you chose your spring rates correctly, it will likely be close to 1/3rd the total travel. In this case - about an inch.
#12
05-20-2018, 08:23 PM
Outstanding HDF Member
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#13
05-20-2018, 10:02 PM
[QUOTE=nevada72;17374937 In this case Pro Action calculates it using your stats and sends them with the estimated sag already dialed in. But they're smart not to spend too much time on sag (like one noteworthy sponsor here) because in the end, it's going to be adjusted away from that anyway. And if you chose your spring rates correctly, it will likely be close to 1/3rd the total travel. In this case - about an inch.[/QUOTE]
Well that’s all fine in there theory on how there shocks are set up for individual ride specs sent, I can assure that the shocks I ordered for my wife’s 16 SGS arrived 3 turns to tight for me and I’m 50 lbs heavier than her. Don’t misunderstand me, I’m not taking issue with you or your situation with your shocks. I’m just saying they where a long way from close as far as I’m concerned, in fact I think I only have one or two turns left to go soft to play with.
One thing they need to do is document on your installation instructions is how your shocks are set up for delivery for you for future reference for the owner. Spring weigh, spring setting turns, dampening settings per each shock. Jmo!
The other thing I thought was interesting, nowhere was it mentioned in the “Tools needed for installation” was there any mention of a torque wrench until the last steps of the installation instructions.
I don’t think that’s to much to ask for for $800.00
Once again, JMO!
sorry one more thing, personally I don’t like the zip tie method just because of the chance of damaging the shaft cutting the zip ties off. JMO
Well that’s all fine in there theory on how there shocks are set up for individual ride specs sent, I can assure that the shocks I ordered for my wife’s 16 SGS arrived 3 turns to tight for me and I’m 50 lbs heavier than her. Don’t misunderstand me, I’m not taking issue with you or your situation with your shocks. I’m just saying they where a long way from close as far as I’m concerned, in fact I think I only have one or two turns left to go soft to play with.
One thing they need to do is document on your installation instructions is how your shocks are set up for delivery for you for future reference for the owner. Spring weigh, spring setting turns, dampening settings per each shock. Jmo!
The other thing I thought was interesting, nowhere was it mentioned in the “Tools needed for installation” was there any mention of a torque wrench until the last steps of the installation instructions.
I don’t think that’s to much to ask for for $800.00
Once again, JMO!
sorry one more thing, personally I don’t like the zip tie method just because of the chance of damaging the shaft cutting the zip ties off. JMO
Last edited by jdw1; 05-20-2018 at 10:05 PM.
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#14
05-21-2018, 07:16 AM
Seasoned HDF Member
Dang that is a good looking ride!
#15
07-10-2018, 07:34 AM
I purchased the 14" Pro Action shocks with the 1" lowering blocks from DK. I have about 300 miles on them now on bumpy New England roads. The ride is great. I no longer feel the small bumps and the larger ones are firm but I have not bottomed out yet. Thats riding 2 up with gear at about 440lbs total. I have not adjusted them yet and I'm sure I can fine tune for softer ride. I am completly satisfied with them and glad I went for the longer shocks.
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#16
07-10-2018, 07:19 PM
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Actually that's how I set my shocks - by the zip tie method, which is the same idea but using the zip tie as an indicator instead of the bumper. You want to use all of your travel. But that doesn't mean there isn't sag. I guarantee you, with any decent shock, there is. In this case Pro Action calculates it using your stats and sends them with the estimated sag already dialed in. But they're smart not to spend too much time on sag (like one noteworthy sponsor here) because in the end, it's going to be adjusted away from that anyway. And if you chose your spring rates correctly, it will likely be close to 1/3rd the total travel. In this case - about an inch.
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nevada72 (07-12-2018)
#17
07-11-2018, 08:58 PM
Ultimate HDF Member
#18
07-12-2018, 08:47 AM
Well that’s all fine in there theory on how there shocks are set up for individual ride specs sent, I can assure that the shocks I ordered for my wife’s 16 SGS arrived 3 turns to tight for me and I’m 50 lbs heavier than her. Don’t misunderstand me, I’m not taking issue with you or your situation with your shocks. I’m just saying they where a long way from close as far as I’m concerned, in fact I think I only have one or two turns left to go soft to play with.
One thing they need to do is document on your installation instructions is how your shocks are set up for delivery for you for future reference for the owner. Spring weigh, spring setting turns, dampening settings per each shock. Jmo!
The other thing I thought was interesting, nowhere was it mentioned in the “Tools needed for installation” was there any mention of a torque wrench until the last steps of the installation instructions.
I don’t think that’s to much to ask for for $800.00
Once again, JMO!
sorry one more thing, personally I don’t like the zip tie method just because of the chance of damaging the shaft cutting the zip ties off. JMO
#20
07-12-2018, 01:45 PM
Banned
That said, I much prefer the adjustment on my Progressive shocks. No tools and very easy. No chance of cross threading even if one is ham-fisted.