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The.devon.defender

Member Since: 01 Feb 2021
Location: Salcombe, Devon
Posts: 7

2006 Defender 110 Td5 DCPU Zambezi Silver

Fox Shocks Remote Res with adjusters C/D Experience

Looking at purchasing Fox Shocks (+2) Remote Res with adjusts both front and rear. It's for a 110 TD5 of which is used as a daily, as well as for some pretty serious off roading.

Has anyone had these and had them for a while? do they last? i've heard they are prone to corrosion which i was surprised about and now can't get that out of my head.

Has anyone used them for heavy off roading? I'm looking to get as much flex as possible, what set up did you have and did it work well?

Pin/Pin set up on the rear? concerned about strain on the top eye mount when flexing. anyone have a product number for this?

has anyone had these for a good few years, it would be great to hear from you and find out your long term review on them, wanting to make sure they're as good as everyone says they are and if they stay good for years to come. i've heard a lot of people switching back to others which are longer lasting.

TIA!!!!!

1st Feb 2021 9:34pm

Sulisuli

Member Since: 30 Oct 2016
Location: South west
Posts: 4795

2015 Defender 90 Puma 2.2 HT Corris Grey

Hi welcome to the forum. Try the search button at the top middle of the home screen , several here have them fitted, I have the non adjustable ones and really like them but don’t off roading but on tarmac well impressed

2015 HT XS 90
2008 SVX 90
2000 XS TD5 90

1st Feb 2021 9:50pm

The.devon.defender

Member Since: 01 Feb 2021
Location: Salcombe, Devon
Posts: 7

Thanks! I’ve been searching all eve, trying to find out specific bits about them. How long have you had them for? Any signs of corrosion/wear?

1st Feb 2021 9:57pm

The.devon.defender

Member Since: 01 Feb 2021
Location: Salcombe, Devon
Posts: 7

Sulisuli wrote:
Hi welcome to the forum. Try the search button at the top middle of the home screen , several here have them fitted, I have the non adjustable ones and really like them but don’t off roading but on tarmac well impressed

Thanks! I’ve been searching all eve, trying to find out specific bits about them. How long have you had them for? Any signs of corrosion/wear?

1st Feb 2021 9:59pm

Sulisuli

Member Since: 30 Oct 2016
Location: South west
Posts: 4795

About 18 months no signs yet of corrosion. Forum member likeomghas them on his and he fitted shield he brought in America I think to help protect them

https://www.defender2.net/forum/topic15909...fox+shocks 2015 HT XS 90
2008 SVX 90
2000 XS TD5 90

1st Feb 2021 10:10pm

Co1

Member Since: 19 Aug 2018
Location: North Yorkshire
Posts: 3671

I have non Adjustable ones. Great performance but the rears are vulnerable without the protectors that LikeOMG links to on his thread. I had one exchanged under warranty as the stone chips were so bad, so bought the protectors and now no issues.

2nd Feb 2021 6:06am

The.devon.defender

Member Since: 01 Feb 2021
Location: Salcombe, Devon
Posts: 7

Sulisuli wrote:
About 18 months no signs yet of corrosion. Forum member likeomghas them on his and he fitted shield he brought in America I think to help protect them https://www.defender2.net/forum/topic15909...fox+shocks

I was recommended them whilst talking to prolinx, sounds like a no brainer. I’m also going to get the main bodies wrapped in a clear vinyl protection to help prevent the pebble dash ally powdering effect everyone seems to get.

2nd Feb 2021 9:17am

The.devon.defender

Member Since: 01 Feb 2021
Location: Salcombe, Devon
Posts: 7

Co1 wrote:
I have non Adjustable ones. Great performance but the rears are vulnerable without the protectors that LikeOMG links to on his thread. I had one exchanged under warranty as the stone chips were so bad, so bought the protectors and now no issues.

Sounds like they have a good warranty then! This sounds like a common issue, but so far the only one! Are you lowered/gone through alive tuning’s kit or still use the landy offroad? Whats the articulation like?

2nd Feb 2021 9:19am

Maverick XS

Member Since: 07 Apr 2020
Location: London
Posts: 13

Hi, I have Fox 2.0 adjustable remote reservoir all round on my 90. I'm very impressed with the comfort and handling. I would definitely recommend them. I've had them for just over a year (circa 5000 miles) and they are still in good condition. My truck is not used off road apart from the occasional track. So I cant comment on off road performance and wear. I had the Bilstein B6 before and found them a bit harsh and crashy on anything more than flat tarmac. The Fox's are far superior!

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2nd Feb 2021 11:56am

JOW240725

Member Since: 04 May 2015
Location: Suffolk
Posts: 7904

2012 Defender 110 Puma 2.2 XS CSW Orkney Grey

Member John Fair has them fitted https://www.defender2.net/forum/topic46611-75.html

James
MY2012 110 2.2TDCi XS SW Orkney Grey - http://www.defender2.net/forum/topic43410.html
MY1990 110 200TDi SW beautifully faded Portofino Red - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post743641.html#743641
MY1984 90 V8 Slate Grey - https://www.defender2.net/forum/post744557.html#744557
Instagram @suffolk_rovers

2nd Feb 2021 12:38pm

Matt110

Member Since: 29 Jun 2014
Location: UK
Posts: 680

Maverick XS wrote:

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Hiya, any chance you would be able to take some photos or describe how and where you mounted the remote Res?

Which side of the strut tower did you exit with the Res hose? Fitted mine last night but currently now trying to find a good location for the reservoirs each side. Nearside appears vastly simpler than offside.

22nd Aug 2022 8:10am

MercianRover

Member Since: 07 Apr 2022
Location: Culworth
Posts: 141

1998 Defender 110 300 Tdi CSW Java Black

I've had Fox 2.0 x 12" Emulsion on my 100" Bowler since 2007ish with around 60,000 miles on them.
Mixed use from commute and rapid road use to green laning in all seasons and rally course-closing car.

They have heim joints top and bottom which are greased and last well.

They were serviced back in 2016 and had flutter valving with different pistons fitted which made a big difference to ride quality on pave and similar, although they were excellent before.

Not convinced that remote reservoirs are needed unless you are racing, similarly with the compression/rebound adjusters.

Observations?
Keep them clean and occasional spray of WD40 or similar.
Use check straps to limit axle travel, do not expect the dampers to do this job.
The ride and handling mean it is very easy to keep up with cars even on fast A roads so be sure your brakes and especially tyres are up to the job.

22nd Aug 2022 10:06am

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