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Fox Float X2 2016–2018 Full DIY Rebuild Toolkit
Fox Float X2 2016–2018 Full DIY Rebuild Toolkit
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Float X2 2016–2018 Full DIY Rebuild Toolkit
⚠️ You MUST Read the Full Manual Before Buying This Tool kit
This shock is extremely easy to damage. If you skip the manual, you will break the shaft clamps or strip critical internals. Especially on the 2016–2020 Float X2 with its fragile 9 mm shaft, mistakes are easy and expensive.
Always depressurize the IFP AND open the bleed screw slowly. These shocks often stay pressurized even after releasing IFP pressure due to internal aeration of the oil. If you skip this step, the damper can shoot oil.
View the Shaft Clamp Usage ManualIf you don’t feel confident, do not buy this tool kit. I’m not here to make money off mistakes. I built these tools to help people service their shocks safely. If you won’t take the time to read the manual, this isn’t the tool for you. Please, save yourself the trouble.
A complete rebuild toolkit for Float X2 shocks from 2016 to 2018. Includes everything you need to do a 50h or 200h service at home from opening the air can to replacing all seals. Supports both traditional eyelet removal or the “no-eyelet” method described in our manuals.
The Adjusters pin socket is hidden inside the Piggy Back Cap :O
Buy the MTB Hydraulics seal kit. It’s cheaper than Fox’s and works perfectly, even better in our experience.
What’s Included
- Float X2 2016–2020 Small Shaft Clamp (9 mm) : choose short, medium, or long depending on stroke, you get TWO clamp sets with the kit.
- Float X2 Air Can Wrench (All Years) : plastic version or optional 7075 metal insert
- IFP Depth Tool (Graduated) : for setting IFP position
- Float X2 Inner Air Can Clamp (All Years) : critical for holding the can during eyelet or negative sealhead removal
- X2 Bullet Tool : it's better to insert the sealhead from the piston side but to be honest, you should do it on the eyleet side with a lot of grease and a bit of force, I do it every time and my X2's never leaked.
Must-Read Manuals
- Small Shaft Clamp Manual : required reading before clamping
- Inner Air Can Clamp Guide : read or you can ovalize the inner air can
- Float X2 Techniques Manual (PDF) : how to open the damper, remove sealheads, more
Alternative Setup (No Eyelet Removal)
If you want to avoid removing the eyelet, you can use a standard 9 mm DHX2-style clamp and our open-from-under method. This lets you push the sealhead out with a 14 mm wrench while the eyelet stays installed.
Optional Tools (Not Included)
- Soft Vise Jaws : protects eyelet and clamp surfaces in your vise
- Trunnion Torque Tool : only needed if your shock has M10 trunnion mount
Optional Upgrades
- Upgrade to 2019–2020 Kit : only difference is the sealhead socket
- Upgrade to 2021–2025 Kit : includes a different shaft clamp, pin socket, and IFP puller
If you plan on servicing multiple generations, it’s cheaper to get the next kit version and reuse tools that overlap.
Please Don’t Buy All Clamp Heights
If you're trying to get short, medium, and long all at once, please don’t. Just buy the real Fox clamp and select 9mm. This is a DIY kit, not made for shops. If you ever need a different height, just get one more here: Float X2 Shaft Clamp.
It takes us 16 extra hours with the full DIY tool kit to make a full triple-size run, don’t make us and do your homework. If you need this, you probably shouldn't be on this website and buy the real fox tools. This is going to be even more expensive than the real metal clamp.
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Important Notes
- Do not open adjusters unless leaking, they are fragile
- Clean all shafts and can surfaces with isopropyl alcohol
- Always wrap shafts and air cans in dry paper for clamping
- Apply gentle heat before removing red Loctited parts
Disclaimer
⚠️ These tools are designed for home mechanics. If misused, clamps may break or parts may be damaged. Use at your own risk. By purchasing, you agree to our terms of service.
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