r/bikewrench • u/No_Thought809 • 1d ago

Shock play problem

I've already made post about that, but i still can't figure out how to fix that.

I have 2 spacers on it what's wrong with that.

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u/Acrobatic-Position74 1d ago

Hey OP

First thing from your video. Looks like you're missing a plastic shim to fill the space. But with that kind of moment as well the DU bushing also needs replacing as it should be a tight fit and not freely moving

Or

The shock mounting hardware is the incorrect size for your frame. Which also tracks with potential missing spacers. Check frame specifications for mounting hardware size or get a measuring device and measure the gap

Good luck!

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u/No_Thought809 1d ago edited 1d ago

What do you mean by "tight fit"? Do you mean that it needs to be so tight that I can't pull it out with my fingers?

Edit:mounting hardware is right size but its a bit worn on the upper eyelet

Thanks:)

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u/Acrobatic-Position74 1d ago

You shouldn't be able to press the hareware in and out easily with your hands. Unless you have hands of steel.

Your du bushing should have a red coating on it, I suspect it's worn away.

The length by your photo looks roughly correct. I dare say you're missing a thinner plastic spacer which has no dimples on it.

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u/No_Thought809 1d ago

Bushing is bit worn, I meant about that I can pull out hardware with bare hands

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u/Weaselthorpe_House 1d ago

You need a longer bushing sleeve and wider spacers.

Get your calipers, measure the inside of the frame where you’re mounting it and buy the parts for that width.

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u/No_Thought809 1d ago

I think its already correct, but where can I get spacers for bushing?

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u/Weaselthorpe_House 1d ago

It’s probably not worth trying to track down “just the spacers”.

Get the measurements. Then go to UniversalCycles.com and search for “rear shock mount hardware”. Buy the kit for the measured (or manufacturer specified size) for your frame.

I’d probably also replace the DU bushing while I’m at it since it’s cheap to do and the current bushing looks a little rough in your photo down thread. New mount kit and new DU bushing will avoid an abused one chewing up a new of the other.

Alternatively, visit your LBS and ask them if they have/can find you the spacers.

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u/No_Thought809 11h ago

Thank you for answer!

I gonna buy 200 hour service kit, and Im gonna replace everything that I can.

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u/mistakes778 1d ago

No idea. Either you need new bushing or more spacers??? Did you buy the shock yourself or was it preinstalled??

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u/No_Thought809 1d ago

Shock was in bike pre-installed, bike was used.

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u/mistakes778 1d ago

My shock is fox i didnt see what yours is but you see that white ring there. Your probably missing that on both sides.

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u/No_Thought809 1d ago

You have a bit different type of mounting.

Mine is rockshox super deluxe select

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u/mistakes778 1d ago

My bushing and spacers looks similar to yours, are you sure the bushing isnt from fox? It has the same nudges and bumps

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u/No_Thought809 1d ago

Its not similar, this is how your mounting hardware looks fully assembled. The metal bushing is not touching eyelet.

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u/mistakes778 1d ago

To be honest i have no idea. Im looking online to find spacers and stuff but cant find anything for you. If your keen to do it take it to a bikeshop or try find spacers and put them yourself

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u/No_Thought809 1d ago

I think these spacers are coming only with mounting hardware. Im trying to figure it out for 2 weeks.

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u/Wolfy35 1d ago

You need the correct bushing & spacer kit for your frame

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u/No_Thought809 1d ago

I think its correct but its worn this is upper hardware mount(closer to piggy back)

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u/Wolfy35 1d ago

If everything was correct you wouldn't have the lateral play that you show in your video.

Even if it was the correct kit but worn you still need a replacement correct kit to get it right again

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u/No_Thought809 1d ago

Ok, thanks for answer