Dumb question, Air release from forks?

canada16
canada16 Posts: 2,360
edited March 2009 in MTB workshop & tech
Hey

I got a pair of Fox 32 FR forks with lockout.

I have noticed, which I cant remember if they did it before, this really annoying air sound from the top.

I dont think I have a leak as they still seem ok.

Anything to worry about?

Thanks

Comments

  • canada16
    canada16 Posts: 2,360
    Am I just being parranoid?
  • stumpyjon
    stumpyjon Posts: 3,983
    Probably, it's more likley to be seals, oil etc in the forks moving around.

    If you're really paranoid check the pressure with a shock pump, just remember everytime you connect the pump air from the forks pressurises the pump which in turn lowers the pressure in the forks (air escaping when you disconnect the pump is coming from the pump, not the forks so you don't need to overpump when filling :wink: )
    It's easier to ask for forgiveness than for permission.

    I've bought a new bike....ouch - result
    Can I buy a new bike?...No - no result
  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,673
    some forks breath as they run seal cartridges and there is an open air chamber around them and as the fork opens and closes they "breath".
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
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  • canada16
    canada16 Posts: 2,360
    This might be a better discription

    When they are pushed down the are silent, when they release they make the air wooosh sound.

    I think I am being dumb :oops:

    Thanks guys for the help.
  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,673
    do they work fine?

    if yes do not worry just use.
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
    Parktools :?:SheldonBrown
  • supersonic
    supersonic Posts: 82,708
    Normal. I would be more worried if they were silent.