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How do you adjust progressive 944 shocks?

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Old Jul 18, 2015 | 12:20 PM
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Default How do you adjust progressive 944 shocks?
Just picked up a used set on Craigs, and want to zero them out. Can't find the directions on progressive site.
 
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Old Jul 18, 2015 | 12:44 PM
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Twist the collar at the top end of the shock.
 
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go to youtube and search adjusting progressive shocks, there are several videos there, I couldn't figure out how to attach a link.
 
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Old Jul 18, 2015 | 01:06 PM
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Cool....thanks guys. Going to install them now.
 
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Installed...going for a ride shortly.

I assume if the color is adjusted towards the sky that minimizes preload? Am I right?
 
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Installed...going for a ride shortly.

I assume if the color is adjusted towards the sky that minimizes preload? Am I right?

Correct. Just installed a new set, no ride time with them yet though.
 
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Awesome....thanks. These are the HD ones so I'm a little concerned of being too firm, but I weigh 250 and the woman weighs 120 so we'll see.
 
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Post up your results!! I also went with the HD, judging by the initial bounce checking sag i'm almost at minimum preload for the springs. But I like a firmer ride so should be ok.
 
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Will do but what's sag?
 
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