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Dislocation cones & shocks, have I got them right?

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Iain C:
I'm guessing the issue stems from the fact that on the Procomps the threaded part of the shocker is longer than standard for whatever reason...I tightened the tops down to a sensible amount and I have about 3/4 inch of threaded part visible above the nut, and it's basically just a similar story at the other end!

Lyndsey731:
The size and condition of your bushes have a big effect on the amount of thread that actually sticks out. I have decarbon shocks on mine and couldn't fit the polybushes from the kit i'd bought on, even by jacking the axle.

Gav

Disco_Stu:
The square tails of my pro comp shocks come down close to the top of the axle.
I've not seen any denting of scuffing beneath them so I dont belive they are coming into contact with the axle, however I reckon some firmer bushes would move it further away.
The pro comp bushes seemed very soft in my opinion, I'll be changing mine soon.

Stu

DiscoCWK:

--- Quote from: "Lyndsey731" ---The size and condition of your bushes have a big effect on the amount of thread that actually sticks out. I have decarbon shocks on mine and couldn't fit the polybushes from the kit i'd bought on, even by jacking the axle.

Gav
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I would recommend avoiding polybushes on procomp shocks, especially on the rear!

The supplied bushes are a lot softer than the polybush ones and sharp jolts can spearate the top ring on the rear from the shock absorber. I know this because the first time I really tested my vehicle off road after fitting the suspension and bushes I did exactly that!

Funny thing is a wise man told me before we went out that I'd probably snap a shock because of the polybushes!

Disco-Ron:
I have now broken 2 rear procomps due to polybushes, so, it's got rubber ones now....!!

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