Pressure Balance Valve

PRESSURE BALANCE VALVE

The PBV (Pressure Balance Valve) is designed for 20mm HPG high speed, low speed compression adjusters that come standard on C36 clicker shocks. This valve is specifically designed to eliminate pressure spike from high velocity impacts and increase the valve's effective range of adjustability.

Problems with the Stock HPG C36 Hi-Lo Compression Adjuster:
	• Heavy adjuster valving causes harsh feel when riding at speed on rough terrain
	• Shim piston design has limited opening tolerances for high volume displacement
	• Restrictive adjuster valving causes a tendency to under-valve the primary piston
	• Limited range of adjustability.

Common Complaints:
	• It’s hard to feel any difference when adjusting the (17mm Hex) high speed side of the compression adjuster valve.
	• The suspension feels soft, yet the ride remains harsh.

A Solution to the Problem:
	• Maximized flow area eliminating uncontrolled pressure spike
	• A spring pressure relief design allows for infinite adjustability
	• Easily adjusted to application by changing the compression spring rates
	• Minimizes heat build up
	• Increased damping control.

Pressure Balance valves for HPG 20mm Hi/Lo Clickers

Pressure Balance Valves	$69.99 Installed at Hygear
Pressure Balance Valves for retail*	$94.99 (B/O until 12/08)
*Retail valves are sold complete with arbor shaft and seals, Ready to drop in! Optional springs are sold separately. 10% Discount with the purchase of four or more valves

Optional Springs	$14.99
Optional spring sizes	Light-250#
	Medium-350#
	Firm-450#

Optional Pistons	4, 6, 8 Holes
Recommended Application	4 hole piston = 12.5mm - .05” shafts
	6 Hole piston = 16mm -.625” shafts
	8 hole piston = 18mm - .75” shafts

This valve has been thoroughly tested and survived the Tesoro Iron Dog and Kain’s Quest X/C snowmobile races. The PBV can be used for a wide range of applications from long haul trail riders to aggressive racing applications. This valve is the key for achieving maximum performance on any HPG C36 Clicker shock.