{"product_id":"fox-x2-bleed-adapter","title":"Fox X2 Bleed Adapter","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFox X2 Bleed Adapter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px; color: #555;\"\u003eThe Fox \u003cstrong\u003eX2 Bleed fitting\u003c\/strong\u003e is a syringe-bleed adapter. It is a direct, functional equivalent to the official \u003cstrong\u003eFox 803-00-463 Adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e, but built for real-world DIY syringe bleeding instead of vacuum machines. The threads are metal and it uses a compression fitting for the hose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background: #fef2f2; border: 2px solid #ef4444; padding: 1em; margin-bottom: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #b91c1c; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e ⚠️ Syringe Bleeding Only — Not for Vacuum Bleeding \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0.7em; color: #7f1d1d;\"\u003eThis adapter was designed specifically for home mechanics performing syringe bleeds and suspension service at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #7f1d1d;\"\u003eIt is intended for pressure and push-pull bleeding methods and is not designed for vacuum bleeding systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #7f1d1d;\"\u003eStrong vacuum can draw air past the seal. For best results, use a syringe to push and control oil flow through the damper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- HOW IT WORKS --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"background: #eef6ff; border-left: 6px solid #3b82f6; padding: 1em; margin-top: 1.2em;\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"\u003eThread the adapter into the damper bleed port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe outlet accepts \u003cstrong\u003eany standard 4mm ID hose\u003c\/strong\u003e. Use the hose and syringe from your existing brake bleed kit to push or pull oil through the damper in a clean, controlled way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the \u003cstrong\u003eprovided wrench\u003c\/strong\u003e to tighten the compression fitting onto the hose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tool is designed for \u003cstrong\u003esyringe bleeding\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center; margin:2rem 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/technical-docs\/how-to-use-our-bleed-fittings\" style=\"display:inline-block; background:#16a34a; color:#ffffff; text-decoration:none; font-weight:700; padding:14px 24px; border-radius:10px; font-size:1rem;\"\u003e\n    📖 Read the Complete Bleed Fitting Guide\n  \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- COMPATIBILITY --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"background: #f0fdf4; border-left: 6px solid #059669; padding: 1em; margin-top: 1.2em;\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eConfirmed Compatibility\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"\u003eThreads directly into the IFP bleed port or oil plug on the following shocks:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0.8em;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFox\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDHX (3.0, 4.0, 5.0) coil shocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDHX RC2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDHX RC4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDHX2 2016–2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDHX2 2021–2025 (not trunnion 2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloat X2 2016–2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloat X2 2021–2025 (not trunnion 2024)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIFP port on 2026 X2 shocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarzocchi\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBomber CR coil shocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePush\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElevenSix (Fox-style bleed port)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 1em; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eImportant:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024–2025 Float X2 \u0026amp; DHX2 Trunnion shocks use the Float X bleed fitting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis adapter does \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e fit those Trunnion models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eAll other years and configurations use the original X2-style bleed port and are fully compatible, whether Trunnion or standard eyelet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- 2026+ FLOAT X2 \/ DHX2 NOTE --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"background: #eef2ff; border-left: 6px solid #6366f1; padding: 1em; margin-top: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer;\"\u003e2026+ Float X2 \u0026amp; DHX2 – Important Note\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"\u003eThe new \u003cstrong\u003e2026+ Float X2 and DHX2\u003c\/strong\u003e shocks use the \u003cstrong\u003eFloat X (T8 Torx) bleed fitting\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is \u003cstrong\u003elarger\u003c\/strong\u003e than the bleed port supported by the X2 Bleed Adapter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuick identification:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eT8 Torx bleed screw\u003c\/strong\u003e = Float X style fitting\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllen (hex) bleed screw\u003c\/strong\u003e = X2 style fitting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a separate design change from the \u003cstrong\u003e2024–2025 Trunnion-only update\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRebuilding these shocks is still possible by bleeding through the \u003cstrong\u003ecenter IFP port\u003c\/strong\u003e. This method is more delicate and requires extra care, but it is \u003cstrong\u003edoable\u003c\/strong\u003e with the right procedure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- WHAT'S INCLUDED --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"background: #f0fdf4; border-left: 6px solid #16a34a; padding: 1em; margin-top: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eX2 Bleed Adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e (Metal Threads)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eO-ring\u003c\/strong\u003e for proper sealing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3D-printed wrench\u003c\/strong\u003e for compression fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort 4mm ID hose\u003c\/strong\u003e (pre-cut, ready to use)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0.8em;\"\u003eSyringe is \u003cstrong\u003enot included\u003c\/strong\u003e. The adapter also works with longer hoses from standard brake bleed kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- WHY THIS TOOL EXISTS --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"background: #fff7ed; border-left: 6px solid #f59e0b; padding: 1em; margin-top: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eWhy This Tool Exists\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 1em;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for syringe bleeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e no vacuum machine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFixes the X2 bleed problem:\u003c\/strong\u003e piggyback and adjuster layout make glove or gravity methods unreliable and difficult.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorrect threads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fox uses imperial threads; generic brake bleed fittings do not fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard hoses:\u003c\/strong\u003e works with common 4mm ID plastic hoses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks extremely well with our X2 IFP Puller:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can push on the IFP and the syringe at the same time without worrying about scratching the inside of the IFP bore. This makes the bleed faster, cleaner, and much more controlled. \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.shockwaveparts.com\/products\/fox-ifp-x2-puller-for-2021-2025\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e View the Fox X2 IFP Puller \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- WARNINGS --\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"background: #fef2f2; border-left: 6px solid #dc2626; padding: 1em; margin-top: 1.2em;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"font-weight: bold; cursor: pointer;\"\u003eWarnings \u0026amp; Limitations\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not overtighten:\u003c\/strong\u003e the O-ring makes the seal, not torque.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo NOT use for vacuum bleeding.\u003c\/strong\u003e This adapter is designed for pressure \/ push–pull use only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not pull hard vacuum with a syringe, excessive negative pressure can draw air past the seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for stroking the shock while controlling oil flow. It works extremely well for that method.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentification reminder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allen (hex) bleed screw = X2 adapter. T8 Torx bleed screw = Float X 2022+ adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis tool assumes basic damper service knowledge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Shockwave Parts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53847226515820,"sku":"BLEED-X2","price":19.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/8991\/8572\/files\/Captured_ecran2026-01-24143711.png?v=1770907164","url":"https:\/\/www.shockwaveparts.com\/products\/fox-x2-bleed-adapter","provider":"Shockwave Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}