Front shocks

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polocoupcl
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Front shocks

Post by polocoupcl »

Does anyone know what size washers fit on top of the shock absorber cartridge?? I've tightened the caps as much as the rusted thread will let me but there is still a small amount of play!
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Post by hardhitter »

Play is probably in your top mounts mate, its normal
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Post by polocoupcl »

replaced them when I fitted the springs :?
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Post by GroovyCarrot »

The top mounts don't sit flush, they're not designed to. They have to move with the suspension and the steering. As long as there isn't enough room to wiggle your finger about under the caps then you're fine.
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Post by hardhitter »

ahh i think i know what you mean know. if the cartriges were a loose fit, they should have a washer of sorts supplied with them. if not they are crap shocks, lol.
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