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Float X2 Inner Air Can Clamp (2016–2025)
Float X2 Inner Air Can Clamp (2016–2025)
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Float X2 Inner Air Can Clamp (2016–2025)
Specialized clamp designed to grip the large-diameter inner air can on FOX Float X2 shocks from 2016 to 2025. This clamp includes a relief slot to clear the longitudinal grooves found on later X2 air cans, allowing secure clamping without crushing the cylinder.
⚠️ Important warning (read before buying)
This tool is very easy to misuse. You must read the inner air can clamping guide before attempting service.
This clamp grips a thin aluminum cylinder. If you ovalize it, your shock won’t work properly. Technique matters more than force. Clean surfaces thoroughly and use paper layers for grip.
What it does
This clamp holds the inner air can securely in a bench vise so you can safely remove/reinstall the eyelet and negative sealhead. For Float X2 2016–2025, this is the correct way to immobilize the can without slipping.
- Required for Float X2 50h / 200h service
- Relief slot clears the longitudinal groove pattern on 2019–2025 inner air cans
- Designed to work with paper layering to increase friction without damaging the cylinder
Compatibility
- FOX Float X2 2016–2025
- 2019–2025: clamp aligns with the groove layout (use standard paper layering)
- 2016–2018: no grooves, you must add more paper layers to build grip
Not compatible with
- FOX Float X2 2026+ (larger inner air can diameter, this clamp will not fit)
Use a strap wrench carefully until the dedicated 2026+ inner air can clamp is available.
Setup & usage
- Degrease the inner air can thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol (multiple passes)
- Wrap the can with dry paper towel to create friction and protect the surface
- Clamp only hard enough to prevent slip, do not crush/ovalize the cylinder
- If the can slips, add paper layers and re-clean (do not just crank vise force)
Read the clamp usage manual (core technique)
Read the inner air can clamping guide (this tool)
⚠️ Disclaimer
DIY tool for experienced home mechanics. Improper technique can permanently damage the inner air can. By purchasing or using this tool, you agree to our Terms of Service.
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