Important Safety Warning

All shocks are pressurized systems. Always depressurize both the air spring and damper before any disassembly. Clean the shaft thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol and wrap it in a layer of paper towel before clamping. Clamp only in the center of the shaft, never near the ends or seals.

Read the full shaft clamp usage guide

Cane Creek 8mm + 9.5mm Dual Shaft Clamp

The ideal shaft clamp for Cane Creek coil shocks, compatible with both legacy 8mm and upgraded 9.5mm damper shafts.

What It Does

This dual-size clamp securely holds either 8mm or 9.5mm Cane Creek coil damper shafts in your bench vise during service. Its not designed for air shocks, for those, usehorizontal wide shaft clamps that clamp farther out on the shaft, past the eyelet.

Why You Need Both Sizes

Even if you know the year of your shock, you may not know the shaft diameter. Many older Cane Creek DB Coil shocks have been upgraded to 9.5mm shafts during rebuilds. This isn’t always documented. To avoid surprises, this clamp includes both sizes to cover:

• Original 8mm Cane Creek DB Coil and early Kitsuma models
• Updated or OEM 9.5mm shaft replacements (common in shops)

Usage Tips

• Clean the shaft thoroughly with isopropyl alcohol,multiple passes
• Wrap the shaft with a thin paper towel layer to increase grip and prevent marring
• Clamp only in the center of the shaft, never near the seals or threads
• Read the full shaft clamping manual

Compatible Shocks

• Cane Creek DB Coil (all years)
• Cane Creek Kitsuma Coil (8mm or 9.5mm)
• Any other shock using 8mm or 9.5mm damper shafts

Reminder: If the shaft doesn’t sit perfectly in the groove, stop and remeasure. Improper clamping causes shaft slippage or surface damage.

Disclaimers

This tool is for personal use by home mechanics. Incorrect technique or over-tightening can damage your shaft. By purchasing this tool, you agree to our terms of service.