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Old Feb 25, 2013 | 08:11 PM
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Just installed 1" lowered shocks on my SG and got rid of the lowering blocks, didn't know where to start on the new shocks so I put in 40lbs to start. Yesterday did about 150mi. and it seamed a little harsh so I'm going to start cutting back on the pressure. I'm 2 fity -- anybody have some advise on air pressure -- a better starting point..
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My wife and I go about 290 combined I run 30#
 
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2 lbs make a difference in the ride. I'd start at around 18 and take your pump with you and ride the same stretch of bumpy road, increasing the PSI by 2 lbs each pass. It should only take 15-20 minutes max to get it dialed into the best PSI.
 
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2 lbs make a difference in the ride. I'd start at around 18 and take your pump with you and ride the same stretch of bumpy road, increasing the PSI by 2 lbs each pass. It should only take 15-20 minutes max to get it dialed into the best PSI.
 
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Which shocks did you go with?
 
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Sent my SG shocks to Bittchin Baggers and got them shortened 1"
 
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