fox float rp23 du bushing replacement

[ericrb76]

Greetings mtbNJ,

I have an older Yeti ASR-5C with a Fox Float RP23 rear shock. The lower pressed in bushing is shot and needs to be replaced. I Googled the title of this thread "fox float rp23 du bushing" and get numerous results. Unfortunately Google isn't what it used to be and drives you towards sponsored vendors and not necessarily the specific content you are looking for.

Any idea where I can get a replacement lower bushing for this shock? I can't find the specifics stating that this one will work.

Fox DU Bushing

Replacement DU bushing for rear shock eyelets.

thelostco.com

 

[UtahJoe]

I have 3 FS bikes with fox shoxs so I feel like i have to do this at least once a month...so i just bought one of these tools....works for me
https://www.amazon.com/RockShox-Her...=1592332442&sprefix=du+bushing,aps,137&sr=8-2

then i think I bought like ~10 of these

Amazon.com : Fox DU Bushing for One Rear Shock Eyelet 1/2 Internal Diameter : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com : Fox DU Bushing for One Rear Shock Eyelet 1/2 Internal Diameter : Sports & Outdoors

www.amazon.com

 

[ericrb76]

Thank you UtahJoe!

 

[stb222]

I do recommend these:

Shock Needle Bearing Kits | Real World Cycling

Improve shock responsiveness with MTB rear shock needle bearing kit from Real World Cycling designed for reduced friction and smoother suspension action.

www.enduroforkseals.com

 

[extremedave]

I have 3 FS bikes with fox shoxs so I feel like i have to do this at least once a month...so i just bought one of these tools....works for me
https://www.amazon.com/RockShox-Herramienta-choque-trasero-pulgadas/dp/B0055445KW/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1DIIMTO9AXIO2&dchild=1&keywords=du+bushing+tool&qid=1592332442&sprefix=du+bushing,aps,137&sr=8-2

That's cheating. An old C-clamp and some small metric sockets is how real men do it!
(as I follow the link and buy the tool for only $17 bucks...)

 

[Santapez]

I do recommend these:

Shock Needle Bearing Kits | Real World Cycling

Improve shock responsiveness with MTB rear shock needle bearing kit from Real World Cycling designed for reduced friction and smoother suspension action.

www.enduroforkseals.com

I put that on my bike, went out for a ride, bike felt like absolute garbage bouncing around until I added another 10-15psi to the rear.

Huge difference in small bump compliance once I sorted out the air pressure. Haven't worn it out yet either. Just ordered one for the wife's bike the other day.

 

[Carson]

I do recommend these:

Shock Needle Bearing Kits | Real World Cycling

Improve shock responsiveness with MTB rear shock needle bearing kit from Real World Cycling designed for reduced friction and smoother suspension action.

www.enduroforkseals.com

Probably the best upgrade to any FS bike.

 

[w_b]

As I recall Fox sells them, cheap. Shipping makes up the bulk of the cost. Measure carefully!

 

[ericrb76]

Well bike is back together and the rear shock is working as it should. Will definitely consider the bearing upgrade but happy to be trail ready again.

Great resource here, thank you everyone!

 

[icebiker]

I have some NOS bushings for your shock you can have if you still need them.

 

[ericrb76]

I have some NOS bushings for your shock you can have if you still need them.

Thanks brother, assuming you can ship, I will message you for paypal details

 

[icebiker]

No charge sir. I’ll get them mailed next week.

 

[ericrb76]

At least let me cover the postage. You are too kind.

 

[knobbyhead]

Probably the best upgrade to any FS bike.

I do recommend these:

Shock Needle Bearing Kits | Real World Cycling

Improve shock responsiveness with MTB rear shock needle bearing kit from Real World Cycling designed for reduced friction and smoother suspension action.

www.enduroforkseals.com

Since nobody can get bikes, I suggest you all replace your bearing with these. I replaced mine and the result was amazing.

And just buy the tools, it will save you time.

 

[Karate Monkey]

Since nobody can get bikes, I suggest you all replace your bearing with these. I replaced mine and the result was amazing.

And just buy the tools, it will save you time.

Agree. I have a coil, so it has help, but the bike travels under it's own weight now.

 

[ebarker9]

No noticeable play with the needle bearing kits?

 

[knobbyhead]

No noticeable play with the needle bearing kits?

Zero. And buttery smooth. I have to say this: my rear end is tight on my bike.

 

[shrpshtr325]

Paging @MadisonDan

 

[MadisonDan]

Paging @MadisonDan

Too busy fighting CushCore to GAF

 

[Frank]

Another plus for Enduro needle bag kits, they make the suspension feel so smooth.

edit: their brg kits are good too. 😂