replacement for OLD School fork

[bergsnj]

Can anyone offer advice on replacing the old bouncy rock shox indy fork on my "around-town" bike? Its quite annoying to bounce so badly while climbing. Is there stiffer springs that can be swapped in? Any suggestions on a cheap air fork that could replace it? The bike is a 1997 Gary Fisher Hoo Koo E Koo.

 

[Steve Vai]

????

 

[jklett]

????

 

[Santapez]

https://www.nashbar.com/dimension-26-mountain-fork-black-11-8-threadless-260mm-3263f2-260/p310301

 

[Dingo]

Rebuild it. Seal kits should be available.

 

[grilledcheeseking]

Doesn't someone have a surly fork for sale somewhere around here?

 

[mtbiker87]

I do, but it's spoken for, pending pick up at short track. I'll see if i have anything else kicking around that might work.

 

[jklett]

https://www.suspensionforkparts.net...shox-indy-elastomer-refresh-kit-97-xc-sl.html

 

[gmb3]

Sweet Hookoo! I have the same one and picked up an old Bomber Z1 for it from someone on here. I've seen 26" forks posted in the for sale section semi-recently so go do a search there or post in the wanted section. And wow, they still sell aftermarket elastomer kits?

 

[mtbiker87]

Haha ! That was my Z1..we took a spin through Wayway when you picked it up. If i remeber correctly my rear mech was acting up during the ride. Hope that fork is working out for you.

 

[gmb3]

Haha ! That was my Z1..we took a spin through Wayway when you picked it up. If i remeber correctly my rear mech was acting up during the ride. Hope that fork is working out for you.

yes, it is, thanks!

 

[one piece crank]

OP - go rigid, something like the Identity Rebate XL and you can install a front disc and fit a 2.8-3.0" tire.