Cane Creek Cycling Components | 355 Cane Creek Rd., Fletcher, NC 28732 | 800.234.2725 | [email protected] | canecreek.com
CHANGING ELASTOMER
1.
Using a 3 mm hex wrench, loosen the two screws on the front arm assembly—one on each side.
2.
Slide one half of the front arm off the pivots. Wiggling the saddle fore and aft while pulling on the arm half will make it
easier to remove.
3.
Push the elastomer out of the linkage pockets.
4.
Insert the new elastomer in the linkage pockets. Be sure to orient the elastomer properly. The concave cuts should be
on the top and bottom enabling clearance for the front clamp bolt on the underside of the cradle.
5.
Check that the brass washers are still in place on the pivot pins.
6.
Reassemble the front arm half on the pivot pins being careful not to pinch the elastomer.
7.
Reassemble the two screws and tighten to 30 in*lb (3.4N*m).
The Thudbuster ST elastomer is made from natural rubber for its favorable damping characteristics but unlike the urethane LT
elastomers, natural rubber can not be effectively colored and as a result all ST elastomers are black. To identify the stiffness of each
ST elastomer, find the small dial that is molded into one side. The arrow indicates the elastomer’s relative stiffness. 1 is extra-soft
while 9 is extra firm, 5 is medium. This elastomer is a #3 or “soft” model.
MAINTENANCE
1. The pivot washers should occasionally be lubricated with a light oil.
2. The skewer and elastomers must be lubricated periodically with grease. Apply grease to the shaft of the skewer and to the
ends of the elastomers. The elastomers must be removed and reassembled as explained in the changing
elastomers section of the instructions.
NOTICE!
If you ride in muddy conditions, using either a fender or the Cane Creek Thudglove neoprene boot will protect the pivots
and extend the life of your seatpost.
NOTICE!
Thudbuster seatposts are designed to absorb small bumps only. You should still stand up when encountering large
obstacles on the road or trail.
Thudbuster ST Instructions
Rev.
7/2010
Cane Creek Cycling Components
• 355 Cane Creek Road • Fletcher, NC 28732
ph:
828.684.3551 • fax: 828.684.1057 • web: www.canecreek.com • e-mail: [email protected]
WARRANTY
Thudbuster seatposts are warranted against defects in materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. This warranty
applies to the original owner only. At their discretion, Cane Creek Cycling Components will repair or replace any defective seatpost
improper adjustment, lack of maintenance, crashes, or other conditions judged by Cane Creek Components to be abnormal, excessive,
or improper. It is mandatory that a Return Authorization Number (RA#) is received (by calling Cane Creek) before any return is made.
Additionally, a dated Proof of Purchase must accompany the seatpost when returned.
ELASTOMER IDENTIFICATION
The Thudbuster ST elastomer is made from natural rubber for its favorable damping characteristics but unlike the
urethane LT elastomers, natural rubber can not be effectively colored and as a result all ST elastomers are black.
This elastomer is a #3 or “soft” model.
MAINTENANCE
1. The pivot washers should occasionally be lubricated with a light oil.
2. The skewer and elastomers must be lubricated periodically with grease. Apply grease to the shaft of the skewer and to the ends of
the elastomers. The elastomers must be removed and reassembled as explained in the changing elastomers section of the instructions.
NOTICE!
If you ride in muddy conditions, using either a fender or the Cane Creek Crudbuster neoprene boot will protect the pivots and
extend the life of your seatpost.
NOTICE!
Thudbuster seatposts are designed to absorb small bumps only. You should still stand up when encountering large obstacles
on the road or trail.
WARRANTY
Thudbuster seatposts are warranted against defects in materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase.
This warranty applies to the original owner only. At their discretion, Cane Creek Cycling Components will repair or replace
any defective seatpost with the same or comparable model. This warranty is void if the seatpost is damaged as a result of
abuse, alterations, modifications, improper adjustment, lack of maintenance, crashes, or other conditions judged by Cane
Creek Components to be abnormal, excessive, or improper. It is mandatory that a Return Authorization Number (RA#) is
received (by calling Cane Creek) before any return is made. Additionally, a dated Proof of Purchase must accompany the
seatpost when returned.
