|
11-06-2004, 07:44 PM
|
#1 |
|
What do we get for $10?
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Beardstown, Illinois
Posts: 341
|
Shocking question!
This might seem kinda crazy, but what is the usual direction to put shocks?
I installed mine with the boots to the bottom, but since then I've seen several with the boots on top. Just wondering how everyone else has theirs?   Thanks guys, Joe
__________________
1977 GMC K25 400/400/205 1989 Chevy Suburban R1500 350/700R4 (work beater) 1994 Chevy K3500 dually 454/4L80 1996 Corvette LT4 350/ZF 6 speed 2000 Bonneville SSEI Supercharged 3.8 Liter V6 1966 Chevelle 2 door sedan (Needs major repair )
|
|
|
|
11-06-2004, 08:04 PM
|
#2 |
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Kingsport TN
Posts: 4,641
|
Boot s to the top on mine I would think it doesnt matter but I dont know for sure most poeple I think put them on top so they can be sean on the front end. but with resavor shocks its esyer to moiunt them boot down so you res is closer to ware it will be mounted.
__________________
Earl 68 2500 4x4 GMC Burb |
|
|
|
|
11-06-2004, 09:43 PM
|
#3 |
|
Account Suspended
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Elkhart, IN
Posts: 6,400
|
it does matter, boots up unless specified otherwise by the manufacturer. 99% of over the counter shocks will go shaft up.
|
|
|
|
|
11-06-2004, 10:45 PM
|
#4 |
|
What do we get for $10?
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Beardstown, Illinois
Posts: 341
|
Thanks for the info, gentlemen!
Joe
__________________
1977 GMC K25 400/400/205 1989 Chevy Suburban R1500 350/700R4 (work beater) 1994 Chevy K3500 dually 454/4L80 1996 Corvette LT4 350/ZF 6 speed 2000 Bonneville SSEI Supercharged 3.8 Liter V6 1966 Chevelle 2 door sedan (Needs major repair )
|
|
|
|
|
11-07-2004, 08:30 PM
|
#5 |
|
Senior Member
 Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Colfax-California
Posts: 8,411
|
Ditch the boots---they will destroy the shocks by trapping moisture and dirt
|
|
|
|
|
11-08-2004, 02:53 AM
|
#6 | |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: CA
Posts: 2,057
|
Quote:
what about all the crap they'll have on them without the boots |
|
|
|
|
|
11-14-2004, 08:22 PM
|
#7 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2004
Posts: 210
|
Their is a seal that is designed to withstand that, but if water gets trapped it can get past the seal and ruin the shock.
|
|
|
|
|
11-14-2004, 08:50 PM
|
#8 |
|
just can't cover up my redneck
Join Date: May 2004
Location: Columbus OH
Posts: 11,414
|
Most of the gas shocks on the market say that they can be mounted either way. Many of the off-road racers mount them shaft end down to take un-sprung weight off of the axle. When running multiple shocks per wheel it makes more of a difference.
Some of the mounting preference will depend upon your use; mud, sand, rocks....... It is easier to keep the shafts clean(mud) if you leave the boots off, though they may protect against the effects of sand better if left on.... again it depends upon intended use... The typical 4x4 truck shocks are not "tuned" to a jounce/rebound percentage like a sports car or drag racing shock where being upside-down would affect thier performance. Most 4x4 truck shocks are "velocity sensitive" to give an acceptable on road ride and still have the travel for off-roading. |
|
|
|
|
11-28-2004, 07:17 PM
|
#9 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: "Under Montana skies."
Posts: 1,836
|
What brand and model shocks? Please ask a specific question. As worded, your question has a textbook size answer since there are so many shocks available when one considers high-end shocks. AFAIK. all twin tube shocks go shaft up, body down to keep the "reservior" oil from draining away from the valves.
__________________
'71 GMC K20 Suburban, '71 GMC K10 Suburban, '72 Chevy C10 CST Suburban, '72 Chevy K20 clunker pickup. |
|
|
|
|
11-28-2004, 07:20 PM
|
#10 |
|
What do we get for $10?
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Beardstown, Illinois
Posts: 341
|
They're the ones that came with the lift kit. I think they're Pro Comp gas shocks.
__________________
1977 GMC K25 400/400/205 1989 Chevy Suburban R1500 350/700R4 (work beater) 1994 Chevy K3500 dually 454/4L80 1996 Corvette LT4 350/ZF 6 speed 2000 Bonneville SSEI Supercharged 3.8 Liter V6 1966 Chevelle 2 door sedan (Needs major repair )
|
|
|
|
|
11-28-2004, 08:29 PM
|
#11 | |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: "Under Montana skies."
Posts: 1,836
|
Then they could be monotube. See a model desigation? (MX-6?) You could pull the part number off the shock body to verify if mono or twin tube. I still expect they go on shaft up, body down. Somewhat rare the other way.
Quote:
__________________
'71 GMC K20 Suburban, '71 GMC K10 Suburban, '72 Chevy C10 CST Suburban, '72 Chevy K20 clunker pickup. |
|
|
|
|
|
11-28-2004, 10:43 PM
|
#12 |
|
What do we get for $10?
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Beardstown, Illinois
Posts: 341
|
Thanks buddy!
__________________
1977 GMC K25 400/400/205 1989 Chevy Suburban R1500 350/700R4 (work beater) 1994 Chevy K3500 dually 454/4L80 1996 Corvette LT4 350/ZF 6 speed 2000 Bonneville SSEI Supercharged 3.8 Liter V6 1966 Chevelle 2 door sedan (Needs major repair )
|
|
|
|
|
11-29-2004, 10:03 AM
|
#13 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: plainfield il
Posts: 163
|
Hey Joe, why dont ya just give Pro-Comp a call. I'm sure they'll tell in a matter of minutes. www.explorerprocomp.com 1800 776 0767
__________________
All my trucks are gone now.  I'll gladly take a free one
Last edited by toddol1971; 11-29-2004 at 10:08 AM. |
|
|
|
|
11-29-2004, 10:06 PM
|
#14 |
|
What do we get for $10?
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Beardstown, Illinois
Posts: 341
|
Good idea. Why the heck didn't I think about that?
__________________
1977 GMC K25 400/400/205 1989 Chevy Suburban R1500 350/700R4 (work beater) 1994 Chevy K3500 dually 454/4L80 1996 Corvette LT4 350/ZF 6 speed 2000 Bonneville SSEI Supercharged 3.8 Liter V6 1966 Chevelle 2 door sedan (Needs major repair )
|
|
|
|
 |
| Bookmarks |
|
|
Linear Mode
