Cycling and bicycle racing discussion forums.   View New Forum Topics
Today's Forum Topics

Set as homepage


Go Back   Cycling Forums > Mountain Bikes > General Mountain Bike Chat
User Name
Password
Register FAQ Members List Calendar Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read


Welcome to CyclingForums.com

You are currently viewing our website as a guest which gives you limited access to view most discussions. You will have to register before you can post to this thread.

By joining our free online community you will have access to post new topics, communicate privately with other cyclingforums.com members (PM), respond to polls, upload photos and access other special features like product reviews and classifieds.


Air shock to fit GT XCR 4000

Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread Display Modes
Old 22-08.-2006, 08:10 AM   #1
Nate33
Registered User
 
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 2
Default Air shock to fit GT XCR 4000

Gday folks.

Im looking to fit an air shock to the rear of my bike. I bought it from Bicycle Recycle in Moorabbin a while ago. The guy who helped me there was great, but he tried a couple of different types of shocks and couldn't get them to fit.

Does anyone know what shock would fit a GT XCR 4000?

Where can I source one?

I also want to put some hydraulic disc brakes on the rear wheel. Does anyone have any suggestions for what would suit the bike best. I have Shimano Deore hydraulics brakes on the front.

Someone told me that I might not get an air shock to fit the rear because of the angle the rear suspension is set at. Can anyone confirm this?

Any advice would be much appreciated. If I can't get a shock to fit the rear I will be looking to sell the bike because I'm sick of it being on constant dual suspension. I want the ability to turn it off at the rear.

Cheers.
Nate33 is offline  
Reply With Quote
Old 22-08.-2006, 09:08 PM   #2
Scotty_Dog
Registered User
 
Scotty_Dog's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2004
Posts: 776
Default Re: Air shock to fit GT XCR 4000

Cane Creek has 2 models that fit.

http://www.canecreek.com/172.html
__________________
"There is alot of blather here that does not float the hooey barge." boudreaux 11/22/2005
Scotty_Dog is offline  
Reply With Quote
Old 23-08.-2006, 01:32 PM   #3
Nate33
Registered User
 
Join Date: Aug 2006
Posts: 2
Default Re: Air shock to fit GT XCR 4000

Quote:
Originally Posted by Scotty_Dog
Cane Creek has 2 models that fit.

http://www.canecreek.com/172.html

Thanks heaps
Nate33 is offline  
Reply With Quote
Old 24-08.-2006, 08:41 AM   #4
triguy98
Registered User
 
triguy98's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2004
Location: Tampa, FL
Posts: 317
Send a message via AIM to triguy98
Default Re: Air shock to fit GT XCR 4000

I have an CC AD5 on my XCR 5000. It fits, but theres one slight problem. In order to air up the shock, you have to take it off. Its not a big problem, and it only take 5 minutes for the whole procedure (loosen bolts, air up shock, and reinstall) but it would be nice to find a 90 degree bend valve to make it easier. Its a GREAT shock for that bike, and it transformed it dramatically. Just set the shock for a slow rebound to avoid the ejector seat feeling.
__________________
'05 GF Cake DLX SRAM X-9, 'Zocchi MX Comp, Avid BB7
Trek Equinox 7: 105, all stock, all fast
'99 GT XCR5000: LX/XT, Avid SDs, Judy XC
------------------------------------------------------
Life is short, ride hard. BONZAI!!!!
triguy98 is offline  
Reply With Quote

Reply


Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

vB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Forum Jump



All times are GMT +10. The time now is 09:20 AM.


Powered by: vBulletin Copyright © 2000 - 2008, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Copyright © 2001 - 2006 cyclingforums.com

Links to websites we like:
Pezcyclingnews | Cyclingnews.com | Wine Zone | iinet