quote:what kind of shock do you mount? what is the spring rate?
Here is in info on the shocks that I will be selling very shortly.
Made in the USA by RideTech also known for their outstanding Air Ride suspension products. This shock was produced via a joint effort between Fox Shocks and RideTech.
3 Flavors available...
>NON-ADJUSTABLE - Fixed valving calibrated for ride quality... Install it and forget it!
>SINGLE-ADJUSTABLE - Rebound adjustable valving allows adjustment and tuning for ride quality and handling performance
>ELECTRONIC-ADJUSTABLE - Electronically selectable valving allows you to choose soft cruise mode or firmer sport mode... at the push of a button!
FEATURES:
> Easy access adjuster knob allows a wide range of 26 clicks of rebound adjustment (adjustable rebound shocks)
> Large rubber external bump-stop to prevent harsh bottoming out
> Billet end cap with integrated debris wiper to prevent seal damage
> Oversized rod guide improves piston rod stability
> Integral internal bump-stop eliminates extension crashing
> Hard coat external anodizing ensures years of lasting beauty and performance
> Specially contoured composite gas separator cup optimizes dead length and ensures proper nitrogen/oil separation
> Monotube design allows large piston for superior oil control – increases ride quality and handling performance
> Monotube design not only optimizes performance, but uses fewer components than a twin tube design. This is superior fluid control in its most simple and efficient form!
> Teflon piston wiper and progressive valving allow consistent piston/bore contact and repeatable performance
> Monotube bore is cathode anodized for years of wear resistance
> Forged aluminum coilspring adjuster allows easy adjustment and simple locking mechanism without damaging the shock body
> Upper and lower spring mounts allow spring removal without complete disassembly. No spring compressor required to change springs
> One piece IMPACT FORGED body allows efficient manufacture and reliable leak-free operation
> Long lasting Kevlar lined bearings allow wide articulation and low noise
> Complete shock and spring weighs ~7 pounds. Stock rear Pantera shocks weigh ~17 pounds, fronts ~14 pounds. Total weight savings, 34 pounds!
HYPERCO SPRINGS:
Coil Springs come in a variety of spring rates ranging from 125 to 600 lbs/in
Material: Hypercoils are manufactured from high tensile chrome silicon steel…the highest grade available anywhere in the world.
Design: The high tensile wire used in Hypercoils allows lighter weight and additional travel before the coils bind.
Inspection: Hypercoils undergo 2 separate magnaflux inspections to eliminate surface imperfections which could lead to early failure.
Manufacturing: The unique combination of state-of-the-art CNC equipment and small town craftsmen who truly care about the product they are producing make Hypercoils the finest coilsprings available anywhere in the world.
Suggested Retail for the Non-Adjustable version is $275.00 each($200 for shock, $75 for spring). Suggested Retail for the Single-Adjustable version is $325.00 each($250 for shock, $75 for spring). Suggested Retail for the Electronically Controlled version is $550.00 each($475 for shock, $75 for springs). The Electronically controlled version also requires 1 shock controller worth $100.00.
My pricing will be available very soon.
I may also provide a service where I can send multiple springs to a customer if they want to “play”. They would be charged for the springs but would receive a full refund once the springs are returned.
For those that want plug and play I will simply set them up for a stock Pantera using the same spring rates as the original shocks.
I started out with 550 on the rear and 450 on the front. I think I will take the 450's and put them on the back and put 350's on the front.
