2016 FOX Float DPS Factory Series 125 damper & 50 hour + dials FULL Service Guide for Beginners.

This video is a FULL 200-hour damper and 50-hour air can service video for a FOX Float DPS Factory Series Evol rear shock. The video also goes over how to service the compression and rebound dials, which is an optional service

This service isn't particularly difficult, but there are some details that I go over that you should be aware of. There are also some warnings that you should take into consideration

At a MINIMUM, keep up with the ~50-hour service. This shock loves running when fresh. The 50-hour service is super easy and quick to do. You won't regret the few minutes it takes to get it done.

As always, please leave questions in the comment section, and I will respond to them the first chance I get

Chapters

00:00 Intro tools and parts
08:58 50-hour service start (air can removal)
14:08 200-hour service part 1 (disassembly)
42:45 Servicing the dial (optional)
01:02:13 200-hour service Part 2 (assembly)
01:30:58 50-hour service part 2

Below are part numbers and links to some tools that you will need to get this service done. I would look for the best price possible. Some tools can be found as aftermarket tools on eBay

Parts and oil
025-03-008 Oil: AM, FOX Suspension Fluid [32 oz.], 10 WT green
https://amzn.to/3PG7JTp

803-00-142 Kit: Rebuild, FLOAT Line Air Sleeve, Special Q-Ring
https://amzn.to/3VGsAd8

803-00-816 Seal Kit: CTD Boost Valve and Dish Shock Rebuild
https://amzn.to/3vxrlCD

Tools

Needles for IFP air fill:
The following needles work good.

Option 1
https://amzn.to/4aDmtKO

Option 2
https://amzn.to/43JKFcf

Needle tip
The below needle has worked very well for me. it’s a bit shorter than typical needle but its seems stronger overall. It will work with both options above


spare retaining pellet
qty 1
https://www.kartek.com/parts/fox-perf...

QTY 50
https://amzn.to/49pFuj0


Spare delrin balls
Qty 50
https://amzn.to/3PK3K8u

High pressure pump (buy wherever is cheaper)
https://amzn.to/49f5q0M

398-00-280 Tooling: Eyelet Torque Tool (Optional, Wrench and crows foot will work as well)
https://amzn.to/3vAajng

Dial Indicator
https://amzn.to/4ae3SFu

398-00-637 Tooling: Custom Socket, 5/8", 2016 Float DPS, Piston Bolt
(Aftermarket can be found on Ebay for less)

398-00-638 Tooling: Custom Spanner Socket, 3 pin, Float DPS, Lockout Piston
(Aftermarket can be found on Ebay for less)

https://www.ebay.com/itm/256280088953...

803-00-566 Kit:Bike IFP Depth Setting Tool Set (Optional)
A caliper can be used for this task, but this tool will make it easier overall
https://www.amazon.com/GICB-Depth-Set...

803-00-805 Kit: Shaft Clamps, Shocks, CTD 9mm, 3/8in, 1/2in, 5/8in
Any shaft clamps (Soft Jaw) with this sizing will work. Aluminium will work better than the 3d printed versions

803-00-806 Kit: Tooling, iCD/CTD Dish Shock Dial Indicator Attachment for Plate Lift Measurement
(This tool is only needed if you service the control/dials/knobs (whatever you like calling them).
https://amzn.to/3TJ7pV9