Should I buy Fox Shocks for my XM t3 163

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Meyersnow

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• May 20, 2017

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Thinking about buying new shocks for my sled. However, when do you just throw in the towel and move on to another machine. I re valved my shocks this year ($400) and was good for a while. Put on 700 miles this year, now I'm up to 2600 miles on the sled. Gonna need new skis, a track, and even side panels soon. Why is this sport so addictive and expensive. I want these shocks, but just wonder if it's worth it to just buy a new sled every two years, and not do so many mods. Help.

 

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• May 21, 2017

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Have you tried a new G4 850, 165? You might want to and see if you would rather have the new sled versus keeping your current one.

 

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• May 21, 2017

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I strongly suggest not buying fox float shocks. This is not an "upgrade" in my opinion.

Maybe a 18 Freeride S-36 would be better for you. Upgraded suspension and a new platform.

 

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• Oct 8, 2017

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I finally broke down last year and bought shocks all the way around on my 14 163. Spent the money and did Float RC2's all the way around. Best money I've spent. If you like being able to fine tune your suspension alongside the trail they're well worth it. They probably do take a little more work than a set of coils but I like being able to adjust my suspension whenever or wherever.

 

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• Oct 10, 2017

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One thing that really lacks on the summits compared to other brands is the shocks IMO. One advantage is if you upgrade them they will fit the G4 when you buy a new sled. Just get them re-valved for the new chassis if you feel it's necessary. As far as modding less and moving into newer sleds more often that's the approach I'm taking. Instead of spending $2k on upgrades spend $2k and get into a newer sled every season.

 

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• Oct 16, 2017

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I’d spend the money on a new sled and upgrade every year. I bought a set of raptor shocks last year and i just put them on my new sled each year. Once they come up with a new front end I just send them back and get them adjusted to fit the new one