Any Fox Shox owners on here? Which Fox performance shocks fit our trucks?

[2010H3TAlpha]

I'm looking to upgrade my suspension to something that is smoother on rough roads and the Fox Shox seem to be the ideal choice. However, when I search on Fox's website for shocks for the H3T, it only comes up with the OEM 2.0 shocks and not the remote reservoir shocks. Does anyone know if the H2/Silverado shocks are performance shocks that people use for their H3's? I've tried searching everywhere for this info but haven't lucked out with my findings yet. Thanks! Also, if any owners want to chime in with their Fox Shox feedback, I'd love to hear it

 

[ReconH3]

Fox only makes one model specifically for the H3. Remember that the rest of the Fox lineup can be custom made to any spec, so if you want something special, you can just ask them to make it. I'm running 14" one with remote reservoirs on my custom application and love them. Fox is about as good as it gets.


"Ex Umbris Venimus"

 

[4speedfunk]

I'm running Fox reservoirs on my highly modded H3. I got my Foxes thru Down South Motorsports...which should be called "out west motorsports" (in California, not Alabama)...

http://downsouthmotorsports.com/

I'm probably 6" over stock, solid axle in the front and SOA in the rear. I have no idea what the exact applications are...not sure it would even matter to your question. But I can say that they work very well and I'm very happy with them. The fronts (for a JK application, I think) worked great right out of the box. The rears (for a Ford 3500 crew cab, I think) however...were WAY too stiff. So stiff that I had to use a jack to raise the lower eye of the shock up into position so I could get the lower cross-bolt in! Just as suspected, the truck was practically un-drivable on the street. So I called and spoke to Duane at DSM and he sent me new valves for the rears. After installing the lighter valving, they now work fantastic. Fox shocks are not cheap...not easily selected (you'll need input from the seller)...and the finish looks awful after only 11 months. However, they do work great. Think I paid around $210 each.

FYI...these shocks were selected off the dimensions I required, and not for any H3 application, and that might explain the goofy valving on the rears. I'm sure Fox makes shocks for stock H3's, because I know several guys that have had them. Remote reservoirs are not required for the 4" of travel that a stock H3 has. You'll be fine with a standard mono-tube.

 

[2010H3TAlpha]

Thanks guys, I appreciate the responses. I just emailed Fox directly to find out more. Funny enough, the pricing isn't too scary compared to what I used to pay for road racing suspension. In fact, it is downright reasonable for what you get...but agreed, definitely more expensive than the other options for these rigs. Worth it to me, especially because I need something faster for rough roads and something that is easy on my neck/back. I'll be sure to update everyone with their response.

 

[alrock]

Check with Bigunit as he might have a pair of unused rear shocks available.

 

[Bigunit]

I do. They were custom-tuned for the H3T by RidgeDemon. I never used them. They are brand new, still in the box. Kflips has them on his H3T Alpha adventure. They are up for grabs if anyone wants them..

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[2010H3TAlpha]

Awesome, you have a PM!

 

[Chook]

When I looked at Fox Website I can see where they now only offer the Std 2.0" for standard fitment for H3. When I bought my Fox both front & back were the 2.0" piggy back style. I had problems with the front piggy backs rotating in the A frame & popping the top. Fox were great & replaced them but because they took a while (& I was 2,000 Miles from home) I changed the front to ARB "Old Man Emu" which were specifically designed & tested for the H3. If you go with the Fox fronts I would save the hassle, don't get the piggy back but rather use the Std 2.0" or if you need it get a remote reservoir (you can bolt in the wheel well). The ARB are also a good option to consider as an upgrade.

 

[2010H3TAlpha]

I think I finally found them!!!

Front: 980-02-291-A
Rear: 980-02-292-A

Do these sound familiar to anyone? It looks like these were discontinued by Fox, anyone know why?

 

[H3-ING]

I think I finally found them!!!

Front: 980-02-291-A
Rear: 980-02-292-A

Do these sound familiar to anyone? It looks like these were discontinued by Fox, anyone know why?

980-99-291-A and 980-99-292-A
should be the correct part numbers.

I have been real happy with their performance but like Chook have had past issues with the front rotating in the brackets and snapped the stem off about a year ago on one out on a trail. Fox service back then, told me they were going to disco them because of that problem and come out with a remote reservoir instead. Sean, Mark or Greg at fox service are great and should be able to help you out 619 768 1800

I have not had any issues since but carry my oem adventures as backup with my other trail spare parts.

 

[2010H3TAlpha]

980-99-291-A and 980-99-292-A
should be the correct part numbers.

I have been real happy with their performance but like Chook have had past issues with the front rotating in the brackets and snapped the stem off about a year ago on one out on a trail. Fox service back then, told me they were going to disco them because of that problem and come out with a remote reservoir instead. Sean, Mark or Greg at fox service are great and should be able to help you out 619 768 1800

I have not had any issues since but carry my oem adventures as backup with my other trail spare parts.

Are those part numbers for stock height? That's too bad they've been discontinued but I will definitely give them a call to see what their next plan is...thanks!

 

[silvrzuki77]

Let us know what happens, i would like a setup reserviors for mine. I do a ton of desert running.