Pin sockets and wrenchs

Pin Sockets – For Sealheads & Adjusters

This collection includes all of our pin sockets which are custom tools designed to remove and install circular MTB shock components with pin holes.

Each socket is made from reinforced plastic with precision-pressed stainless steel pins. They’re strong, toleranced to perfection, and designed to last through multiple full rebuilds especially since most home mechanics only service each shock 3–5 times before upgrading bikes or platforms.

 Lifespan & Use:

For low-torque applications (under 15 Nm), these tools can last indefinitely. For higher torque jobs, we clearly label tool limitations and often link to pro-grade options if you’re planning to rebuild a shock long-term (more than 5 times).

Where You’ll Use These:

  • Sealheads: Vivid, Super Deluxe, Float X2, Cane Creek, and more
  • Adjusters: Rebound and compression knobs with pin interfaces
  • Base Valves: For now not a lot of base valves are covered but it's coming, we didn't have acces to some shocks yet.

Each socket is designed for a specific model and generation and tested on the shocks themselves. They are modified and tested until we get the most perfect fit and performance.

Designed for Home Mechanics

These aren’t meant for daily shop abuse but for riders doing their own service every 6–12 months, they’ll easily last for years. And if a pin wears out, these  30$ tools are still cheaper than sending your shock to a service center.

Apply clean, centered pressure and always clean the contact surfaces. A clamp-style vise setup and luggage scale improve safety and accuracy, especially for torqued components.

Torque Tip – Use the Right Wrench

To reduce the risk of angled torque (the main cause of pin failure), we recommend using our 32mm/24mm Custom Wrench. It allows you to apply torque in a perfectly straight line using a scale, especially useful on soft aluminum parts like Fox caps.

All our high-torque sockets use a 32 mm hex profile to match this wrench.

If you don't apply enough pressure, they can slip out and damage the part you are trying to unscrew.

 Reminder:
Read the pin socket manual here, it covers correct usage, how to avoid pin misalignment, and how to get the longest life from your tool.

⚠️ These tools are for personal use only. Misuse, over-torquing, or dirty threads may reduce tool life. Always confirm full pin engagement before applying force. Use implies acceptance of our Terms of Service.