Radflo shocks info

[LandCruiserPhil]

Where do I find Radflo shock info?
Im looking for rebuilding,valving, and nitrogen pressure info.
I check their web site and around the web with no results for a shock that claims it is rebuildable and revalaveable.

 

[AimCOtaco]

I think they want you to send them in to their shop for service. I don't know that they offer any info for a DIY. I would call them but YMMV.

 

[LandCruiserPhil]

I think they want you to send them in to their shop for service. I don't know that they offer any info for a DIY. I would call them but YMMV.

I assumed because they sell seal kits and spanner wrenches for there shocks there should be more info for the DIY guy.

 

[bluecruiser]

From what I have heard, DownSouth Motorsports are the guys to talk to about rebuilding/revalving. My buddy hated his Radflo shocks until he had them rebuilt by DownSouth. I think Sonny is the guy you want to talk to. Or call Radflo direct and speak to them. They are pretty much a two man operation so you will talk to someone with good info.

 

[spressomon]

Rebuild just like Fox shocks. Radflo even uses the same valve disks.

 

[paflytyer]

@Mxndrnks rebuilt his Radflos..... a few times, I think.

 

[Radflo]

Although we do not publish info regarding the servicing of our shocks online, we are more than happy to make this available to anyone wanting to service their shocks. Please feel free to call us at any time.

Glenn

 

[OregonLC]

Glenn,

What is the procedure for re-charging the nitrogen? I seem to remember there was a special tool required to allow for a connect/disconnect without losing pressure.

D

 

[spressomon]

^ You can source a "loss-less" hose-fitting assembly from PowerTank; they're not cheap. I've got one but end up just using a regular tire/Schrader tire inflation chuck...its faster and easier. A couple quick bursts for filling and your there (pressure is set at the tank side regulator...).

 

[OregonLC]

^ Thanks. Interested to hear what you came up with for pressures and valving. I love the way mine absorb big hits. They're a little harsh on washboards, especially when cold. I have a feeling that some of that will be remedied when I add the bracket to disconnect the front ASB. Would be interested if there were a better 'tune' for more compliant damping (guessing both compression and rebound are adjusted in sync?).

 

[spressomon]

I haven't changed the tune on my Radflo shocks from what Glenn set up for me; it works. The front Fox shocks, especially given they're 2.0 and not 2.5, have seen considerable experimentation with both compression and rebound side shim stacks over the years (installed these in '07). I run the fronts at a constant 200psi as increasing the nitrogen pressure above 200psi results in negative steering effect. Whereas I run 200psi-ish in the rear most of the time now (currently OME864).

When I had the KK trailer in tow I would increase the rear nitrogen pressure sometimes to 400psi to get additional suspension support and also a commensurate bump in compression damping (OME868).

Last summer I changed the front valving (again) and incorporated, based upon suggestion from Andrew at Poly Performance, a flutter stack on the compression side (slow speed side). This has worked out very well in that the first short portion of shock piston travel is softer/more compliant for pavement work but ramps up quickly for bigger hits/off-road. A side benefit to the current set-up: Decreased body roll. I think I need to go back in and bump the high speed compression side a little more; but the current set-up is my favorite so far by a country mile.

 

[Radflo]

Glenn,

What is the procedure for re-charging the nitrogen? I seem to remember there was a special tool required to allow for a connect/disconnect without losing pressure.

D

We sell a zero lose chuck and gauge to measure the nitrogen pressure. It is a rather simple procedure. Please give me a call anytime, and I will be happy to go over it with you.

Glenn

 

[spressomon]

LCP: Although not as good as a video maybe this will help you come overhaul time: https://forum.ih8mud.com/threads/featured-100-spressomon.169441/page-27