Specialized Enduro Linkage Bolts
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Specialized actually makes stainless Steel bolts for it. They sell them stock on the Enduro SX. I have an extra set if you would like them.
Are the bolts really aluminum? The upper shock bolt on my enduro was really, really bent when I took it out to check it. I used two vice-grips to straighten it out, but I haven't ridden on it yet because I think it might break. Does specialized have tougher replacement bolts?
stgil888 said:
he's talking about the linkage bolts, not the shock mount bolts.
Me thinks that all the bolts in the SX frame are stainless steel. Give them a try.
Those Enduro bolts are easy to strip but if you try different brands of Allen wrenches you will find some fit better than others. The Steel SX bolts are stronger but a lot heavier. I would try to stick with alloy and just lube them for easy removal. If I had an SX, I would put the alloy bolts in it and an air shock...strength where it's needed.
Dealer is your best bet...
Enduro's aren't meant for DH so I can guarantee that you will crack your frame eventually (I cracked my Enduro twice in a year of riding XC/DH/etc.) You should get an SX if at all possible. At least you are not running a DC fork (not approved for Enduro) and a Risse extra travel link (warranty voider) like I have seen some people doing.
Enduro's aren't meant for DH so I can guarantee that you will crack your frame eventually (I cracked my Enduro twice in a year of riding XC/DH/etc.) You should get an SX if at all possible. At least you are not running a DC fork (not approved for Enduro) and a Risse extra travel link (warranty voider) like I have seen some people doing.
i broke my headtube off in less than 4 months djing on it and special-ed said no dice on a warranty.....hucker13 said:
you will break it if you ride it aggressive....
check local hardware shops first, find out the diameter and pitch of the bolt, that is what i did for my recoil for the shock mount bolts.
Standard bolts have too large of a head for the main pivot bolts on the enduro. He will most likely need the proper bolts from specialized...
i know of several ~100 lbs peeps who have also broke theirs......hucker13 said:
your headtube will ovalize (it is VERY thin) and/or your shock mount plates will rid themselves of that fancy frame they are attached to......
not trying to be a naysayer. but these are KNOWN issues with the enduro...
That's why the SX has the super beef headtube and is thicker gauge for every other tube as well...
WestCoastHucker said:
Yep, I am about 130 and I ovalized mine. I didn't even do that much big stuff either. Specialized decided not to help me out.
not to mention that the SX headtube is forged BMX sworks headtube with 4-5mm thickness. Also the shock mount is heavily reinforced (actually its an all different shock mount). 