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216 x 63 apparently. Lads t130 seems to have developed a faulty shock and we are desperate to sort something before next saturday as he is racing in wales and again the weekend after. I presume the 216mm is eye to eye length but what's the 63 bit. Been looking on crc etc and some are in inches. It's still under warranty but lbs isnt being that helpful as they are saying we might have to send it away etc etc. I understand that but I know tf tuned etc will not turn it round for saturday morning.
63 is the stroke length, its the same as 8.5x2.5 shock. It's a pretty standard size so should be easy to find new or used options.
the 63 is the shock stroke.... so you could get away with shorter but a longer stroke may result in frame clash!
That's the info I'm after 8.5 x 2.5, I'll get searching. If anybodies got something they want rid of let me know as it's only hopefully a temp replacement as the other one should be under warranty.
Am I presuming right that the 216 cannot be altered in anyway.
Yes, you need to keep the length the same to avoid complications.
it can be but you need to be careful, it'll lower the bottom bracket if shorter and you'll need a shorter stroke and it will depend on the bike etc. longer probably won't fit anyway
Don't any of the service places do quick turn-around services?
Or maybe ring them, explain the situation and see if they can help?
You could always buy a shock as well and send it back if not needed...?
Plenty of good used options about in that size, my first choice would be a CCDB air - for the best bang-for-buck.
Might be spoiling him a bit though.
Try asking on the new classifieds they have loads of traffic.
https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/list/?region=5&q=216&category=11
Take your pic...! In fact, top of the list is a freshly-serviced Kashima RP23 at £100.
EDIT: https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/Rear-Shocks/109119/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=%28fox%2C+rockshox%29+216 also.
You'll want to make sure the damping tune is the same as well. It should be on the current shock but varies in how it is written between manufacturers.
Wrightyson - I've got a 215x63 (was reliably informed that 216/215 makes no odds) off a Mk1 Bird Aeris that I swapped out but kept as a spare.
I swapped it out as it was showing signs of wear on the airshaft when I took it for servicing. Still worked and probably will do for some time but I found a good deal on a CC DBIL so...
You're welcone to borrow it if that helps until you can get yours sorted.
I live near Whaley Bridge, shout if that's of any use.
Si
Thanks everyone, and especially with the offer of the loan si. A mechanic I've used in the past is having a look tonight and will hopefully sort this one as he thinks he might know the issue. If not I'll be in touch 👍
I got loads ... your welcome to borrow one or buy one for peanuts.
I keep spares for just the situation you're in but somehow that has grown to a ridiculous number.
(Woking based) somehow I have 4 frames take 216x63 and 6 shocks and my and the lad can only ride 1 bike at a time. I got both a ML and ML3 Monarch tune sat around... that will fit the T-130 frame, the other 4 won't fit a T-130*
*Unless the T-130 design changed significantly you can't get a piggyback shock in or not easily/safely.
I've also got a 216 X 63 off a T130 if you need to borrow one. In Lancashire if thats nearer.
Brink cycles near Chicksands had a few 222x63 coil shocks at great prices ,if 6mm drop on the wheel doesn't affect(not sure what this will be ) your frame .
Hopefully the problem ? is something simple.