Fork fluid is a slicker, higher quality oil
according to maxima. “Zero drag” for fluid, and “reduced drag” for oil. So fork fluid would be better for legs, but Id consider fox gold instead.
What is 3wt?
3wt, 4wt,and 5wt refers to
the thickness, strength, and stiffness of the rod
. A 3wt rod is very light and meant for smaller fish. As you go up in weight, the larger the fish the rod can handle. A 5wt Rod is a nice rod for fishing for trout.
Is Maxima Fork Oil synthetic?
Maxima Fork Fluid Standard Synthetic Blend with Lubricinol – 5wt Maxima Fork Oils are
formulated from the highest quality base oils and advanced additives to prevent foaming, seal hardening, oxidation and stiction
.
What is the difference between fork oil and shock oil?
You will find that
‘shock' oils have a higher V.I. because generally shocks generally see a larger swing in temp than a fork
(for many reasons)… something not need as much in forks (when is the last time you felt your fork get ‘hot').
What can you use for dirt bike fork oil?
If you want to use ATF in your forks, use
Mobil 1 synthetic ATF
. It has excellent detergent and anti-foam properties and works well in non-cartridge forks like those in your CRF230.
Can you use motor oil in dirt bike forks?
motor oil works well in the outer chambers of twin chamber forks
. I first used it in my honda now my yamaha and I think the 5/20 motor oil is slicker and offers less stiction. Some have said the honda forks mix the outer and inner oils over time so that might be a problem if you run your too long between changes.
What is shock oil?
Finish Line's Shock Oil is
a premium suspension fluid formulated specifically for oil damped bicycle forks
. 100% compatible with ALL suspension designs and seals. A semi-synthetic mineral oil formulation that has become the choice of professionals worldwide.
How often should you change fork oil on a dirt bike?
Usually, the change interval for the fork oil ranges from
10,000 miles to 20,000 miles
depending on the motorcycle manufacturer and model. A general replacement rule of changing the fork oil every 10,000 miles or annually should keep the front suspension in good working condition.
What is a 3 wt fly rod used for?
The 3-weight rod is ideal for the
tight quarters of small streams
. Such a light rod is excellent for short casts that allow your fly to dance around obstacles crowding the water, and these rods are ideal for panfish and small trout.
What is a 7 weight fly rod good for?
They are capable of
handling larger fish and larger flies without breaking a sweat
– the 7wt is the rod of choice for anglers fishing for: Large trout. Steelhead. Largemouth and smallmouth bass.
What is a 4 weight fly rod?
A 4-weight is
the heaviest of the small-fish fly rods
and is great for precision fishing while providing enough power to combat a heavy current or brusk winds.
What kind of oil do you use for shocks?
Normally, instead of regular shock oils, it's recommended to use
silicone shock oil
. This is because silicone-based oil, unlike other oil alternatives, doesn't damage the shocks. However, if it's an emergency then you can use motor oil.
What kind of oil do shocks use?
Hydraulic oil
is recommended over engine oil due to anti-foaming ingredients, high temperature tolerance and non-detergent.
Does fork oil matter?
Fork oil viscosity matters
The fluid's viscosity (often thought of as its thickness) influences how fast or slow the oil flows through the shock valves. If you prefer quick rebounds, use a lighter fluid. If you like slower rebounds, use a heavier fluid.
What viscosity fork oil should I use?
What fork oil weight should I use?
Most suspension fluids that are lighter than 5wt are designed specifically to be used in a shock. Fork oils heavier than 5wt get too thin when they get hot. Stick with
5wt fork oil
.
What fluids are in a dirt bike?
- 4-Stroke Engine Oil.
- 2-Stroke Premix.
- Gearbox Oil.
- Chain Lube.
- Air Filter Oil.
- Fork Oil.
- Engine Coolant.
- Brake Fluid.
Is fork oil different than motor oil?
Fork oil probably has a lot more anti-foaming additives than moto oil
, so motor oil may have problems when worked really hard in a shock or fork. One of the selling points used for various fork oils is their resistance to foaming and heating under harsh conditions.
Can I use engine oil instead of fork oil?
ATF is close to most 7-10w oils. If you must, use that as your damper oil.
For straight lubricating oil (like in the lowers of a Fox 40), motor oil is just fine
.
Can you use engine oil in suspension?
If you want to ruin the performance of your damper, by all means use motor oil in there
. Use shock oil for anything that is damping, and motor oil for the splash oil in the lowers. Depending on the shock it is usually 5wt for the damper and 15wt for splash oil.
What does heavier weight shock oil do?
Pick the thicker oil for higher traction and thinner for lower traction. Thinner oil improves grip on slippery track while steering becomes lazier. Thicker oil
makes steering faster and more accurate
.
What does thicker shock oil do?
Shocks control how fast and when the chassis will roll. Springs control how far the chassis will roll. Heavier shock oil (higher number) will
slow that end of the car down
, ligher shock oil (lower number) will let that end of the car react more quickly.
What weight is traxxas shock oil?
Traxxas Premium Shock Oil (
30 wt
)
Traxxas premium 30 wt silicone shock oil is the perfect solution for all your RC needs. This 100% pure silicone oil allows precise vehicle suspension tuning for maximum performance, no matter where you drive.
