Hi.
I have a pair of (2012-2013) Pike solo air forks that are displaying some familiar signs from looking at discussions in various places. They sit at 20% sag unloaded. They are also like a pogo stick with low response to small bumps. I have read and tried all of the tricks online in relation to pumping up to full pressure and pulling / pushing. Zip ties used on both sides with fork under pressure and with no pressure. I have done a total strip down of the lowers, greased them up and replaced the fluid. All done carefully following instructions / videos. I have checked to make sure the port that equalizes pressure is clear and have tried the methods of blowing grease out of this when reassembled.
So its time to send them off for a service. The question is who is best in NZ. Shockcraft was my first thought they also offer an "un-harsh your forks service for Pike forks" along with tuning the fork for your weight. Has anyone had this done and did it mark a difference?
I have been told that most bike shops use a service offered by the main importer / rep for Rockshox in NZ (can't remember the name, something like Webers). Has anyone used these?
Last question, I have found in one discussion that there have been slight changes to the internal hardware of the damper (parts that would be changed in a full service) that improve the problem of equalization of the pressure in the forks. Has anyone had this done and what were the results?
Thanks in advance. They are due a service so I am just trying to decide if I should pay for a full strip down and replacement of all serviceable parts or should I bite the bullet and look for a newer pair of forks. On servicing the lowers the forks are in great condition apart from some external paint wear. Seems a shame to chuck them.