xancster: er i aint sure bout the measurement,but my fork's set at 2,and the rear's set at 3..after tinkering.it aint 100%,but but then again,its not as if the bike was custom designed for me.perhaps my risers play a part in the whole equation?hmm..
markster:them hardeners are like rings you fit in the gap of your suspension..so that the springs don't "bounce" as much.
have you guys read this article on suspension settings yet:
http://11109.rapidforum.com/topic=108376421972
i guess aftermarket springs like wilbers/sonic could help as well,as the fork and rear reacts to each other and not separately..scan thru VSRI,i'm sure you'd find the answer you're looking for bro