Question about Shocks

Kent_M235 · 08-22-2012, 09:07 PM

I know nothing about shocks so I was painting my brakes today and noticed this. i dont know if this is bad condition or normal. This is the rear right, front 2 were a little worse

CJ421 · 08-23-2012, 10:22 AM

That looks like your bumpstop; it's a bit worn which is expected. It acts as a secondary spring to prevent the damper (shock) from bottoming out; if not for the bumpstops, the damper would bottom out instantly once it uses up its full travel and it'd be a violent jarring feeling. Really bad.

How many miles on that suspension?

HP Autosport · 08-24-2012, 05:47 PM

It may also be a good time to inspect both your front struts and rear dampers for wear and replace them as a pair of full set as needed.

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