Rear shock (suspension)

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joshmega
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Rear shock (suspension)

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there is a squeeky kind of noise coming from my rear shock and it seems alot more bouncy than it should do
can anyone help me out? what they think may be wrong?
thanks
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Re: Rear shock (suspension)

Post by skinnydog0_0 »

sounds like your damping has gone. Is there any oil on the shock?
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Re: Rear shock (suspension)

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nope no oil leak sounds like air
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Re: Rear shock (suspension)

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sounds like the damping oil has all gone :( you either need to get the shock serviced or get a replacement
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Re: Rear shock (suspension)

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The squeaking noise commonly comes from the top shock mount, just need to lube it.

This won't fix the shock though!
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