I don't know how to convince people ....
[QUOTE=Rainbolt;684608]I have basically the same problem with a 2005 Goldwing converted about 2006. Tire rubbing been a problem since I've had it. The stock shock wore out and I"ve recently replaced it with an [B]Arnott air shock[/B] after talking to an engineer at Arnott about it. I'm satisfied with the shock and have been experimenting with the auxiliary shock setting. Improvement, but no joy. Still rubs with 2 up. A mechanic friend is helping me and is going to mic the auxiliary spring to see if it is the original or replacement. From the ground to the top of the wheel-well opening I only have 23". Does anyone know if the body itself can be spaced to raise it and how to do it? Are there any other adjustments to get the height? I believe the shocks have enough travel to do the job and while improving the ride. Appreciate any help/advice/suggestions, etc. I've been a member for some time, but don't usually comment, especially about technical things I know little or nothing about. Have enjoyed following the threads. Live in Oregon's Willamette Valley.[/QUOTE]
Lehman designed the the Monarch II conversion to be reliant on the OEM shock and spring and for the auxiliary shock assembly to be an assist for the extra weight of the conversion.
An air shock may raise the rear of the trike but should not be used as the main adjusting point.
Replacing the auxiliary shock without first addressing the OEM shock is a mistake.
It puts all of the work on the auxiliary shock and WILL cause structural failure and fatigue at the mounting points.
Spacing the body will create it's own problems like the exhaust pipes continually dragging the ground and the ability to gain access to the trunk and possibly trunk lid hitting tour trunk.
Like I said previously, Lehman realized as early as 2006 that the OEM spring was insufficient and shortly thereafter included it in their kit to the dealers.
I realized the OEM spring deficiency in the 2004-2006 models specifically of my own customers.
Don't ignore the OEM spring, it is the main support.
I don't know how to convince people ...
Thank you Mr. Murphy. I've been gone and just found your response and I appreciate it and disappointed I didn't research it better in the beginning. Are OEM shocks still available and where? I"m kind of back to square one again.
2005 Monarch II rear shock replacement
[QUOTE=Lee H. Mann;687851]The OEM spring is the first thing to replace. The shock itself should be OK. The spring is a 1000-1200 pound variant from Progressive. They are around $95.00 and I have them in stock. After replacing the OEM spring, you can replace the Lehman auxiliary shock with the LB0626 heavy duty spring ans shock combination. This should put you trike back in order.[/QUOTE]
[COLOR=#333333]Thank you very much for your gracious response. I'm obviously out of my depth and need some help. Due to something beyond my control I no longer have the original rear shock. My goal at this point is to try and replace the whole unit (which I think has the shock, spring, pump, lines and bracket) with the new spring on it and also the auxiliary shock as you described above. I find the whole unit listed on Ebay for my 2005 for $325.00 and hope the information is correct. I will happily purchase the 1000-1200 spring from you and the LB0626 shock as well if you have it. Any advice, part #'s, suppliers, etc., is appreciated. I have someone local who can do the installation. I will await any advice/direction/suggestions you may have before I proceed. Thank you again for your consideration. Should you so choose you can email me at [email]rainbolt@centurytel.net[/email] or 541-974-1076.[/COLOR]
2005 Monarch II rear shock replacement
[QUOTE=Lee H. Mann;687851]The OEM spring is the first thing to replace. The shock itself should be OK. The spring is a 1000-1200 pound variant from Progressive. They are around $95.00 and I have them in stock. After replacing the OEM spring, you can replace the Lehman auxiliary shock with the LB0626 heavy duty spring ans shock combination. This should put you trike back in order.[/QUOTE]
Thank you very much for your gracious response. I'm obviously out of my depth and need some help. Due to something beyond my control I no longer have the original rear shock. My goal at this point is to try and replace the whole unit (which I think has the shock, spring, pump, lines and bracket) with the new spring on it and also the auxiliary shock as you described above. I find the whole unit listed on Ebay for my 2005 for $325.00 and hope the information is correct. I will happily purchase the 1000-1200 spring from you and the LB0626 shock as well if you have it. Any advice, part #'s, suppliers, etc., is appreciated. I have someone local who can do the installation. I will await any advice/direction/suggestions you may have before I proceed. Thank you again for your consideration. Should you so choose you can email me at [EMAIL="rainbolt@centurytel.net"]rainbolt@centurytel.net[/EMAIL] or 541-974-1076.