How do you air your shock up on your ZG 1000. Do you use a bike pump, Do you use your air compressor, I have a JACO Flowpro, tire inflation guage. It is very precise and great to use on my motorcycle tires. It has a built it bleeder valve. It has a built in guage ) 0 to 100 that is very accurate. But my question is. What is safe to use and what do you use.
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AIRING UP ZG 1000 SHOCK
- Thread starter deanbuffington909409
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Initially upon getting my C-10 I used a bicycle hand-pump, afraid of over-pressurizing, etc.
Then after a connector on the bicycle pump broke I used my small 12V tire pump and just tapped the air, sometimes took a few times as I was always afraid of over-pressuring, never did.
Wayne, Carol & Blue
I have one similar to this . Doesn't take much to get to the max (50lbs) I run mine at 35-40 most of the time .
Fox Shox HP Shock Pump w/Swivel Head https://a.co/d/6X5z8Pn
Fox Shox HP Shock Pump w/Swivel Head https://a.co/d/6X5z8Pn
Believe it or not, the best way is to use an air compressor. <S__t starter grin> 
(Waiting for the OMGawds's and Arghhhs to stop, and the "you're going to over pressure it" comments to fade away).
Step 1; Buy a pressure regulator with gage.
Step 2: Install the pressure regulator into the air line.
Step 3: Put an air chuck at the end of the hose.
Step 4: Set the pressure at the desired pressure you want, plus 5 lbs. (ie; If you want 40, set reg at 45 / etc)
Step 5; Put air into the shock thru the shock fill port until all air flow stops.
Step 6: ""Rapidly"" remove air chuck from the shock fill port.
Step 7: Put everything up and go for a ride.
* The reason this works; The regulator assures that you "cannot" put too much pressure in and you "can" set the Reg. for whatever pressure you want.
** The reason you set it at 5 psi over your desired pressure; When you remove the chuck from the shock fill port you "will lose" about 5 psi from the shock. (Some experimentation will be required)
Let the FLAMES begin...
Ride safe, Ted
(Waiting for the OMGawds's and Arghhhs to stop, and the "you're going to over pressure it" comments to fade away).
Step 1; Buy a pressure regulator with gage.
Step 2: Install the pressure regulator into the air line.
Step 3: Put an air chuck at the end of the hose.
Step 4: Set the pressure at the desired pressure you want, plus 5 lbs. (ie; If you want 40, set reg at 45 / etc)
Step 5; Put air into the shock thru the shock fill port until all air flow stops.
Step 6: ""Rapidly"" remove air chuck from the shock fill port.
Step 7: Put everything up and go for a ride.
* The reason this works; The regulator assures that you "cannot" put too much pressure in and you "can" set the Reg. for whatever pressure you want.
** The reason you set it at 5 psi over your desired pressure; When you remove the chuck from the shock fill port you "will lose" about 5 psi from the shock. (Some experimentation will be required)
Let the FLAMES begin...
Ride safe, Ted
I heard that..
Believe it or not, the best way is to use an air compressor. <S__t starter grin>
(Waiting for the OMGawds's and Arghhhs to stop, and the "you're going to over pressure it" comments to fade away).
Step 1; Buy a pressure regulator with gage.
Step 2: Install the pressure regulator into the air line.
Step 3: Put an air chuck at the end of the hose.
Step 4: Set the pressure at the desired pressure you want, plus 5 lbs. (ie; If you want 40, set reg at 45 / etc)
Step 5; Put air into the shock thru the shock fill port until all air flow stops.
Step 6: ""Rapidly"" remove air chuck from the shock fill port.
Step 7: Put everything up and go for a ride.
* The reason this works; The regulator assures that you "cannot" put too much pressure in and you "can" set the Reg. for whatever pressure you want.
** The reason you set it at 5 psi over your desired pressure; When you remove the chuck from the shock fill port you "will lose" about 5 psi from the shock. (Some experimentation will be required)
Let the FLAMES begin...
Ride safe, Ted
I've done this too , but it's nice to carry the little shock pump in the bags or tankbag on trips . I like to be able to increase or decrease pressure when removing my gear at the hotel or campsite and riding lighter , but I pack pretty heavy on trips .
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I built mine as a remote "Regulator/air chuck/tool" with a quick disconnect.
The tool attaches at the end of the air hose. (Can take it with me if I want)
I did this so I could look at the pressure gage. (To see/know I had set it, and adjust if needed)
I agree on NOT using a threaded air chuck. (loses too much air when you disconnect)
I didn't take an air pump on the road. I kept mine at around 45-50 psi as I liked the stiffness for playing in the twisties.
(I've now replaced the rear shock with a C-14 shock).
Ride safe, Ted
The tool attaches at the end of the air hose. (Can take it with me if I want)
I did this so I could look at the pressure gage. (To see/know I had set it, and adjust if needed)
I agree on NOT using a threaded air chuck. (loses too much air when you disconnect)
I didn't take an air pump on the road. I kept mine at around 45-50 psi as I liked the stiffness for playing in the twisties.
(I've now replaced the rear shock with a C-14 shock).
Ride safe, Ted
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Back in the day wen I had my 86, as many of you recall those had front forks that were pressurized from 3 to 7 psi.
Most bike shops back then sold a small syringe that you could air up the forks and the rear shock as well. They were only $12 bucks from what I remember. Now they come with gauges on them an sell for around $50.
I had to replace the back shock on my 2005 with a progressive so I don't use them anymore, have them around somewhere though.
Most bike shops back then sold a small syringe that you could air up the forks and the rear shock as well. They were only $12 bucks from what I remember. Now they come with gauges on them an sell for around $50.
I had to replace the back shock on my 2005 with a progressive so I don't use them anymore, have them around somewhere though.