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AER conversion (mxtech lucky/tech touch/Fc spring conversion)
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Don't know anything about lucky.
Technical touch has a KYB conversion. That is the priciest but will probably work the best. You will need to do the valving as it comes without shims or recommended starting stacks.
Don't know specifically about the FC spring conversion.
I do know about spring conversions in general. You want one that has external preload adjustment. That makes a HUGE difference in tuning the bike. You will also have to revalve the damper side. The stock valving is designed for the air fork, and that is a complete different animal. IMO, it will not work well with a spring fork.
Unless you like the air fork characteristics, an average tuned spring conversion will outshine any air spring setup. And a well tuned spring conversion will be that much better.
I'm having JB do his Pro Setup on my AER soon. He says no one has yet come back to go cartridge after having it done.
Hammer
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My Lucky's are being built right now. Can't wait to test them out!
Hammer
I will let you know how they are. Having the shock re-done as well, with bladder conversion.
At 185 and Vet Intermediate I'm probably better off with the Gen 1, which is still in production too.
Initial thoughts. I can finally feel the front end going into turns! This is very confidence inspiring and found I could take a few of the turns a gear higher than before because I had the confidence to carry more speed into the turns!
Bottoming resistance was great, while also being able to absorb the small chatter.
The shock worked really, really good, especially in the high speed rollers type of terrain.
Now that I got some time on it, next weekend I will be working with my tuner to fine-tune the settings. Out of the box, it was really good. I am looking forward to really doing the fine tuning and seeing how good these things can be.
Who did the work, and ballpark, what $$$ do you have into it?
I'm not going to do bladder - they are somewhat permeable and will bleed down over time so more frequent oil/nitrogen servicing will be required. I might look at the MX Tech Tank tho - still a piston kit, but bigger piston and low friction so small bump compliance will be good, maybe not as good as a bladder. I'm not good enough to tell the difference I'm sure.
Thanks, and keep passing on your opinions on your setup.
The inserts are just under $1000, with springs. It was time for a refresh on seals/bushings too, so some added cost there.
Cory at Specific Suspension did the work. He had a lot of dialog with Jeremy at MX-Tech when he ordered the kit. I am not an easy guy to satisfy suspension-wise. I am tall, 6'4 and move around on the bike a lot. Also, 230 lbs. I have rheumatoid arthritis that affects my hands a lot, so I need a fairly plush setup, but also can't handle harsh bottoming because my hands dont have the strength to hang on in that situation sometimes. Cory talked to Jeremy about all of this for the setup. I think they hit a home run. I can't wait until Saturday to start tweaking things a bit and really dialing it in.
Pit Row
I also went back a little farther in the thread, we met at Cycle Ranch during the Fly day. I was parked over with Yimy. I think he just did some graphics for your bike to right?
I just sent mine off to get the Gen 1 system installed. I'm also doing a revalve on the shock + the MXT Tank. Can't wait to get them back and give it a try. I love my FC350 but don't trust the front end. If that gets fixed I will be very happy.
Hammer
Initial impressions are vastly improved small bump compliance, especially going over small chop on entry, on gas or under braking. Forks hold up well, then settle in very predictably under load. My confidence in what the front wheel is doing/is about to do is much higher than with the air spring, even on a worn MX33 front. Overshooting a landing results in less spike even at 195 rider weight.
Only played with the compression damping a little bit. 12 clicks out was MX Tech setting. I've gone softer by 2 and it was noticeable, and I think I bottomed it (or came close) once at that setting. I haven't gone stiffer yet but will next time out. I do like that I haven't touched an air pump at all.
Shock seems well matched to the fork. Haven't touched a thing on it from as-delivered settings. I will play with it a little more once I prep the track and get some more seat time. Spring riding weather is sketch here in the PNW.
Hammer
They just came out, but I can't find much info.
I still haven't touched the shock. It's spot on for me as delivered.
This setup has made my '18 FC350 a real pleasure to ride, and a weapon in the right hands. (not mine!)
Hammer
Are you big and/or fast? I'm a 190lb Vet Int (i.e. slow) and decided after conversations with MX Tech that the Gen 2 was probably overkill for me.
Hammer
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