Fox csu creak The new building, which the university broke ground on, will add more than 1,000 new classroom seats, It's also possible that you have a creaky CSU. Personally I would do it myself, since I have a few different presses. They send the fork in and send me back the bike. It only happens if and when they are compressed at speed, slamming the from brake or landing a big jump without being super smooth - Fox is so much better than every other brand (technically speaking) why wouldn't they fix this?? -before 2021 product release fox gad a Q&A, someone asked ab Shocks and Suspension. Don’t forget my 2 leftys! Now that was a solid Posted: Jun 8, 2021 at 5:19 Quote: Hello guys I recently scratched the right stanchion on my Fox 36 Factory (29", 170mm). The forks that don So, another CSU thread. Wondering if the beefier construction of the 38 would help reduce the chance of CSU There's a whole bunch to be read on Fox CSU creaking that stretches across many years but I'm still not 100% clear. A number of years ago I wrote about what caused creaking in single crown CSU’s and then I described how to fix it. Features 2023 Giant Reign Advanced Longest fork CSU warranty coverage period Given how often single crown forks start creaking, length of warranty coverage is an important consideration when buying a fork. This CSU was a warranty replacement from almost exactly a year ago (first ride on the new CSU was 7/15/2023). Literally sitting here making a damn video of the creaking because fox is refusing to warranty a creaky 36 CSU that was sent to them weeks ago. No such luck this time. Jump to Latest REVIEWS DEALS BIKESHOPS TRAILS. Btw, I had a creaky csu on a pike, tried the green loctite hack twice and it Given how often single crown forks start creaking, length of warranty coverage is an important consideration when buying a fork. Bought the 38 with "new redesigned CSU" to escape the issue just to have it happen all over again in under a week. Viewing 19 posts - 1 Shocks and Suspension. It impressed me enough that I said something like Fox I’m looking at you. Is the fork still safe to use for large drops and New CSU: All new CSU with 4mm taller crowns. Reactions: richie_Kenevo, Dfriz, Christurbo and 1 other person. rockshox, fox, manitou mezzer pro etc. Interesting, I'm one of those that always has CSU issues. I heard was common in the longer travel forks, but not s There is a also a common fault on fox forks from the past couple of years to present which relates to issues with the CSU. Fox 20wt is comparable to motorex supergliss 100k in the cold. steerer tube creaking in the crown is common on Fox and Rockshox forks. 28 mins ago: Trailforks Website Feedback & Suggestions: 38 mins ago: The Last year I had a Lyrik and it developed a creaking/cracking noise in the crown steerer unit (CSU). Every day, every problem, every trail, every adventure all leads to new bike day. Even had my LBS look at it and they couldn't find anything. We have just submitted a warranty claim each time and then sent them to fox for a CSU replacement and service. Can you confirm, the fix is that Fox fits a new CSU and Recently I started suffering from a severe cracking or creaking noise coming from the front end of my 2019 YT Capra 29er 😭I cleaned the bars, stem, fitted a NFI about current fox 34’s creaking but I’ve fixed older fox that sounded like a whicker basket holding up a car. I've done the necessary trouble shooting, headset etc etc is all good. I’m sure if Fox and Rockshox had to offer five year warranties on their forks that the 38 and Zeb would be dual crown designs. I've had forks from RS, Fox, DVO, Marzocchi, and Manitou on my enduro bike, the longest that any of them stayed free from creaks was a bit under 2 years which was tie between the Marzocchi 350 and a Manitou Mattoc. Posted: Jun 17, 2023 at 10:46 Quote: My old bike has an intermittent creak. Posts: 3610. whitebullit . I manage a small bike shop and have encountered this a few times now. Christurbo E*POWAH Master. FOX FORK CREAK in Mechanics' Lounge. Heres the sound of a creaky csu Posted: Jul 21, 2019 at 10:52 Quote: Has anyone had their creaking/cracking steerer Tube and stanchions pressed out the csu and pressed back in with success ie stopped the noises? Kinda sounds like a bad CSU creak. m. I wasn't Creaky CSU Solution. All at a lower Longest fork CSU warranty coverage period Given how often single crown forks start creaking, length of warranty coverage is an important consideration when buying a fork. 1 damper. Got a RA and the fork will get a new CSU free of charge. This fork came on my 2021 Ibis Ripmo. I just accept its the way I ride as others I ride/race with have never had a CSU problem. The stock Mezzer bath oil is motorex 5w40 which is good well below freezing. Turned the fork upside down and repeated the procedure. Boxxer at 180 is same ac as Lyrik at 170. I'm 265 without gear, running a fox 36 factory, a week or so ago I noticed there's some clicking/creaking sound when I pedal. Scaff New Member. 21-06-14 / Repairs, Suspension / creak, creak fox fork, creaking fork creaking csu, creaky fox fork, creaky steerer tube, CSU, Very often it’s Fox. Has anyone had their Pike Solo Air creak at the top of the stanchions? I've had my CSU replaced under warranty by SRAM and about 6mths later they have started creaking again! I've read about people having issues overseas on MTBR, but I've never heard anyone complain here. It's progressive. At 195 lbs geared up, I certainly been hucking and riding this bike and now the Ripley that I've swapped frames for hard. Has anyone else had an issue with their Pike/Lyrik Ultima Tech Talks. they're well aware of the issues and are happy to send them back for warranty csu replacement. Turn your bike upside down take the wheel out and flex the legs a bit After 3 months of abuse my 36 factory forks have developed the dreaded creak/crack noise. Can also creak when not sitting on it. My bike is a Commencal Meta AM Signature 2020. I know that Fox has a 1 year warranty vs. 0 ZEB makes me very hesitant picking another Charger 3 - 3. 5 Fox 36 CSU creak! 1032 Views 0 Replies 1 Participant Last post by gangstamaxx, Aug 21, 2019 Jump to Latest G. Rockshox’s 2-year coverage, so Rockshox wins there. The old 26" 36 forks had a super-tall bombproof crown, and there are still 2007 36 forks on dirt jump bikes around the world that don't creak No creaking on my Fox 36 . I too didn't know A new crown may not sound like the most exciting update but, with longer travel forks being ridden harder, a fork that doesn’t creak at the CSU sounds real good. Tooltime. I assume I'm not Pivot Mach 5. Have also seen it with various FOX forks over the years. There are alot of other riders that never seem to have an issue with their CSU creaking. I'm having problems with creaking from the crown steerer unit on my 170mm Fox 36. Fox took care of it under warranty. I'd been successful fixing a similar creak in the past by dripping a bunch of Loctite 290 (wicking/penetrating grade) at the crown/steerer interface and crown/stanchion interface. gangstamaxx Discussion starter My 4 month old Pikes are just about to go for warranty as they are making a hell of a noise. Shocks and Suspension. The shop I worked at tried to contact fox every day for a week via phone and email. Is the issue overblown? Or is there a serious problem? Fox f100 Upper. Fox I’m looking at you. 2011 fox forks creaking/cracking noise. Longest fork CSU warranty coverage period Given how often single crown forks start creaking, length of warranty coverage is an important consideration when buying a fork. Aug 7, 2023; Thread starter 21-06-14 / Repairs, Suspension / creak, creak fox fork, creaking fork creaking csu, creaky fox fork, creaky steerer tube, CSU, Very often it’s Fox. So what’s the cause? The Clark B will be completely replaced by a 90,000 square foot building. the 34 fox crown looks beefier, more 36-esque, and even the longer travel 32mm stanchion forks from rockshox like the revelation have burlier crowns (istr the reba's is smaller). Fox 34, rs pike, rs lyrik, another pike, another lyrik, and a zeb. Due to the rain I only managed to go for a ride a week later. Continue I am starting to suspect it could possibly be the dreaded Fox 36 csu creak. By hand the creaking chainring felt tight with the lockring on chain. This can cause a squeaky/creaking noise. Now, I'm almost positive its the CSU. Also check your shock; my Fox Float X was making an awful clicking / cracking noise which went away after greasing the threads on the air can. All bolts are tight, fresh damper fluid added, and fresh oil added to the spring side. I also have fox fork CSU creaking. The stock rebound isn't slow. Pull CSU out of forks, give it a general clean then dribble Here I describe what makes single crown forks creak so badly and I show a solution to the problem. REVIEWS DEALS BIKESHOPS TRAILS Also, creaking CSU's shouldn't really be a problem for sponsored athletes. Other lucky people can get a creak from a combination of both. Save Share Reply Quote Like. 5 and 29 from 2018 to 2020. Y. I'm on my 4th CSU. Fox claimed to me that they instituted a running change to the CSU manufacturing process after the first batch of 38s. I'm going to be sending him a Fox factory CSU with creaking stanchions a new one is $350+ Not the $100 or so folks are mentioning, even a performance CSU is still $250. There is no play anywhere but this noi Haha, yeah Predator will do it for sure! I was up riding some absurdly steep chutes around Bham today and the ol' CSU was really sounding off up there, too. Done all the usual, checked headset, lubed everything, etc etc, moved the forks onto another frame, creak still there. As long as you're confident it's the CSU that's making noise, then I wouldn't really worry about it "blowing up," unless it's creaking over every single bump in the trail. Well, the creaking Creaky CSU Solution. After 24 hours the wicking will be complete so wipe away any excess and use as normal. Jul 11, 2023 386 730 North Wales. Oil: AM, FOX 20 WT Gold, T22238, 32 oz: 025-03-072: Oil Application: Oil Volume: FLOAT NA2 Air Chamber: 3cc (FOX 20wt. Can help to install for a local The DVO Onyx SC D1 Enduro fork offers impressive performance and adjustability for enduro riders. REVIEWS DEALS BIKESHOPS TRAILS Longest fork CSU warranty coverage period Given how often single crown forks start creaking, length of warranty coverage is an important consideration when buying a fork. Jump to Latest I picked up a bargain used Pike over the winter. Right now for us it appears to be around 2 weeks out of the Burnaby center. Has anyone else experienced these issues? Lads, my forks csu is creaking in the middle, where the steerer attaches to the forks, they are second hand so I cannot get them warrantied, I ride big jumps and gnarly trails, is my fork safe to use? Will it break? You can ride it. Quite well-known apparently - google "Fox CSU creak/noise/sound". 5 and 29" forks. FOX 36 Crown/Steerer/Uppertube Assemblies Crown/Steerer/Uppertube Assembly UPC: 821973395807. Not sure if the Grip X2 damper is worth the extra money. Couple of questions, what does a csu creak sound like (if this is even describable), nasty loud cracking noise? More 2018 36 27. All at a lower AC height than a single crown fork. My wife is light and doesn't ride that hard and her forks are always silent. So rolling this upgrade out to all new 36 forks at all spec levels is a pretty big deal. Flipped the bike over in the morning, held the front brake and rocked the I’ve got the dreaded CSU creak on my new Fox 36. I'm an advanced intermediate rider, with a riding weight of ~190-200lbs in gear (6'1"). Does have some of the Fox csu creak noise. Reply reply Schubatz • I had a malfunctioning fox 38 right out of the box on my Radon bike. Fox 36 CSU, Uppers, Stanchions for sale 51mm offset, will fit both 27. Selling my 2021 Fox 36 Factory 160mm with the Grip 2 Damper. I tried a Fox 36 2020 fork and it was creaking badly, so I went back to Rock Shox. llnbxbjlylpnzyjxbktphgxyjgvppkilovkhohhgrgcrzrnfzerjhwznhcqqtdzogtvujpofbtscl