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Workshop => Suspension and Chassis => Topic started by: christph on August 24, 2013, 05:46:56 PM

Title: Can the OEM 250R Front Shocks be Rebuilt?
Post by: christph on August 24, 2013, 05:46:56 PM
I've got a new restoration project going and am wondering if the OEM front shocks on the TRX 250R can be rebuilt?  I have yet to take the shocks off the machine so I'm wondering if it has a removable seal head like the rear shock?  For some reason when the shock gets compressed too far it gets hooked up and doesn't fully rebound.  It could be a slightly bent shaft--not sure yet.  After searching the internet it appears the 400EX is a direct bolt-on replacement.
Title: Can the OEM 250R Front Shocks be Rebuilt?
Post by: Quinnlt4 on August 24, 2013, 06:37:41 PM
I would try the 450r fronts. A little grinding on the top mount and a lot better than OEM 400ex or 250r. If you are running standard Aarms they will be stiff. With 450r you get a rezzies and compression and rebound adjustments.

I have 450r shocks revalved with a triple rate spring kit. For standard travel I couldn't ask for more. And having them dual adjust is a nice feature. I know most will disagreed but for standard travel shocks they are a good choice for the price. If you want high end shocks go long travel.
Title: Can the OEM 250R Front Shocks be Rebuilt?
Post by: fearlessfred on August 24, 2013, 10:54:29 PM
Quote from: christph;9823
I've got a new restoration project going and am wondering if the OEM front shocks on the TRX 250R can be rebuilt?  I have yet to take the shocks off the machine so I'm wondering if it has a removable seal head like the rear shock?  For some reason when the shock gets compressed too far it gets hooked up and doesn't fully rebound.  It could be a slightly bent shaft--not sure yet.  After searching the internet it appears the 400EX is a direct bolt-on replacement.
no they cant be rebuilt