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v 10 rider
10-18-2003, 08:59 PM
anyone got some links to any companies doing this
i know rcs does it but can't find there site



bighitter
10-18-2003, 09:12 PM
not the rcs web site but go-ride does sell them
http://www.go-ride.com/prod_susp_renton.html
damian
10-18-2003, 09:19 PM
Ti SPRING ADVANTAGES
Weight: a Ti spring typically saves 40% - 55% (for example, a standard 650 x 2.5" steel spring weighs 645 grams, while the same size RCS weighs 420 grams...that's a weight difference of half a pound!).
Durability: Ti springs have a fatigue life of about 2.5 times that of steel.
Pliability: Ti springs react to impact about 4 times faster than steel does. This characteristic makes for a much more supple, sensitive ride.
Increased Spring Rate: Ti springs can often be wound to higher spring rates for a given length than a steel spring. Ideal for bigger riders with aftermarket shocks

Does it really make a notcable differance? A difference big enough that would be worth buying?
BAC5.2
10-18-2003, 09:26 PM
I'll be sure to see about a pro-order on one when I decide on a replacement rear shock for my RC. No sense in spending $200 bucks when it is unknown about how long I will be running the shock (could be replacing it as soon as next spring with an Avalanche, or maybe a Swinger...)
v 10 rider
10-18-2003, 09:35 PM
thanks for the imput, they haven't yet realesed the product i was looking for
The_Real_Yeti
10-18-2003, 09:35 PM
ti springs are the shit!
Stinky_Rider
10-19-2003, 01:34 AM
I dunno if its true but I've heard, that the Ti springs are pretty much worthless on a 5th since you run compression based on the air pressure not spring weight and the Ti springs would only be really suitable for longer travel bikes (10"s) and heavier weighted riders. Maybe also keep in mind a spring should only be used for rebound not compression, if you get a higher spring weight you adjusting the wrong settings and your bike will turn into a pogo stick on wheels, and I have felt this before as I'm sure alot of people have here too.
BAC5.2
10-19-2003, 01:38 AM
The Ti spring is mainly used for weight savings.

Also the fact that they rebound faster than Steel springs is good for small bump sensitivity.

A spring is used for both compression and rebound.

Nothing you said really made sense dude....
Stinky_Rider
10-19-2003, 01:44 AM
I know, I never make sense this time at night
v 10 rider
10-19-2003, 01:54 AM
Originally posted by Stinky_Rider
I know, I never make sense this time at night
then why post
BAC5.2
10-19-2003, 01:56 AM
Originally posted by v 10 rider
then why post

:werd:
Universe
10-19-2003, 11:21 AM
http://www.coilspring.com/