P1000 Best shocks for the other guy. Mud, Trail, Street 32s lift

[AZRocks]

This thread is the best overview of shocks and considerations I've seen on this forum. It would be nice to have a sticky thread to consolidate all the data for each suspension option. Anyone know if there is an option for a stiffer spring rate with the Fox shocks? That's the only thing holding me back from going Fox on the 1000-5 deluxe. I have extra weight from the winch, dual battery, soundbar, etc in the front, and bed extender, spare tire, gear, etc. in the rear. Thinking I want +25 lbs over stock in each corner, so 250/275# front/rear springs. I'll take 1-2" of suspension lift, too. Most of the time I am doing 5-25 mph on rocky roads in AZ. The self leveling rears buck like a bronco, and the fronts bottom out too easily. Probably not interested in the universal 814s with straps and mounting requirements (hard to find info on them). May have to buy once/cry once with WE or Elka 3. First, I'll be trying 1" spacers on the front this week with the break-in maintenance (only had it out on 4 good rides). So, anyone know if there a custom Fox option out there for spring rate and associated valving without rebuilding a set of Honda Fox's?

 

[Admin]

 

[snuffnwhisky]

This thread is the best overview of shocks and considerations I've seen on this forum. It would be nice to have a sticky thread to consolidate all the data for each suspension option. Anyone know if there is an option for a stiffer spring rate with the Fox shocks? That's the only thing holding me back from going Fox on the 1000-5 deluxe. I have extra weight from the winch, dual battery, soundbar, etc in the front, and bed extender, spare tire, gear, etc. in the rear. Thinking I want +25 lbs over stock in each corner, so 250/275# front/rear springs. I'll take 1-2" of suspension lift, too. Most of the time I am doing 5-25 mph on rocky roads in AZ. The self leveling rears buck like a bronco, and the fronts bottom out too easily. Probably not interested in the universal 814s with straps and mounting requirements (hard to find info on them). May have to buy once/cry once with WE or Elka 3. First, I'll be trying 1" spacers on the front this week with the break-in maintenance (only had it out on 4 good rides). So, anyone know if there a custom Fox option out there for spring rate and associated valving without rebuilding a set of Honda Fox's?

Here's some info some other members have found on the stock Fox shocks.

1000-3 LE with Fox shocks
Front = 12.5" length, 2.50 diameter, 225# (033-08-032-2)
Rear = 15.25" length, 3.0 diameter, progressive 171/300# (033-09-000-2)

1000-5 fox shocks (for reference)
Front = 14.5" length 2.5 diameter, progressive 252/350#
Rear = 15.5" Length 3.0 diameter, progressive 187/350#

Aftermarket springs are an easy swap if needed.

 

[Bradley-Thornton]

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P1000 - Mud Riding Build 32in tires 34in tires

No review, yet going on a 4 day ride in a few week will after that.

 

[Bradley-Thornton]

I can tell you this if I had to do it again I would still add the 814s. The only downside is takes more work to tune but you have more option so thats also the good thing.

 

[Bradley-Thornton]

This thread is the best overview of shocks and considerations I've seen on this forum. It would be nice to have a sticky thread to consolidate all the data for each suspension option. Anyone know if there is an option for a stiffer spring rate with the Fox shocks? That's the only thing holding me back from going Fox on the 1000-5 deluxe. I have extra weight from the winch, dual battery, soundbar, etc in the front, and bed extender, spare tire, gear, etc. in the rear. Thinking I want +25 lbs over stock in each corner, so 250/275# front/rear springs. I'll take 1-2" of suspension lift, too. Most of the time I am doing 5-25 mph on rocky roads in AZ. The self leveling rears buck like a bronco, and the fronts bottom out too easily. Probably not interested in the universal 814s with straps and mounting requirements (hard to find info on them). May have to buy once/cry once with WE or Elka 3. First, I'll be trying 1" spacers on the front this week with the break-in maintenance (only had it out on 4 good rides). So, anyone know if there a custom Fox option out there for spring rate and associated valving without rebuilding a set of Honda Fox's?

I wouldn't count 814s out you are saying you want options on spring you can put whatever springs you want on them and change them cheap if later you want a different set.

 

[AZRocks]

Here's some info some other members have found on the stock Fox shocks.

1000-3 LE with Fox shocks
Front = 12.5" length, 2.50 diameter, 225# (033-08-032-2)
Rear = 15.25" length, 3.0 diameter, progressive 171/300# (033-09-000-2)

1000-5 fox shocks (for reference)
Front = 14.5" length 2.5 diameter, progressive 252/350#
Rear = 15.5" Length 3.0 diameter, progressive 187/350#

Aftermarket springs are an easy swap if needed.

Good stuff! After posting I was thinking about the progressive spring rate nature of an adjustable shock. My 1000-5 empty, the shocks measure about 17" front and 18" rear center bolt to center bolt. So new shocks that measure 18/19" F/R would effectively be a 1" lift for obstacle clearance. What do the measures of length you posted above refer to?

 

[snuffnwhisky]

Good stuff! After posting I was thinking about the progressive spring rate nature of an adjustable shock. My 1000-5 empty, the shocks measure about 17" front and 18" rear center bolt to center bolt. So new shocks that measure 18/19" F/R would effectively be a 1" lift for obstacle clearance. What do the measures of length you posted above refer to?

Those are the spring specs for both shocks.

 

[Adam490]

This has been a great read, thanks guys!

 

[Dallas]

Can anyone elaborate on if it’s wise to put the -5 Fox shocks on a -3 that’s ridden semi hard on the weekends? I know springs are cheap but I figured if the -3 Fox always end up with upgraded springs then maybe the -5 shocks would be the way to go. I know this is an old thread, thanks.

 

[Cuoutdoors]

Can anyone elaborate on if it’s wise to put the -5 Fox shocks on a -3 that’s ridden semi hard on the weekends? I know springs are cheap but I figured if the -3 Fox always end up with upgraded springs then maybe the -5 shocks would be the way to go. I know this is an old thread, thanks.

I dont remember the spring weights but I can tell you in either case, 5 or 3, you are better off with different springs and not the factory fox springs.