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GENERAL INFORMATION 1.45 Shocks Why gas shocks? Because one race is equal to one season of trail riding. Gas shocks such as FOX are a must because the valving can be changed and they can be rebuilt. This is important because conditions vary from track Valving Stock front shock valving does not allow the front suspension to follow the contour of the track and doesn’t react Track conditions, driver weight and driving style have a great deal to do with the shock valving combination you Remember to take advantage of travel. The reason you have four to five inches of travel is to provide a smooth Spring Rate Spring rate also changes with track conditions, driver weight, and driving style. A good place to start for a 470 〉 long spring. Remember that preload doesn’t affect spring rate unless you are using progressive rate springs. Also, straight S Always use a quality Polaris spring S Length of spring changes rate. S Don’t use a spring that is too heavy - springs should allow at least 1 〉 of ride in S Hard ice requires softer springs. Soft ice requires harder springs. The same is true for sway S Springs can lose their rate even after one weekend of racing. Always keep notes on spring S Racing and qualifying set ups should differ. A softer suspension with more travel is a must S Most tracks require different springs, so have a good selection of springs on hand. S See Suspension Section for optional springs and spring kits. |