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Old 12-26-2013, 11:20 PM   #1
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pros/cons of shock extenders

Installing flip kit, what are the pros/cons of using shock extenders. The way I see the extenders keep you from having to buy new shocks, any down side to this other then maybe just looks?
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Old 12-27-2013, 10:46 AM   #2
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Re: pros/cons of shock extenders

They do hang down some, but that is a minor annoyance to me. I have used them on the couple trucks that I have had that are lowered.
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Re: pros/cons of shock extenders

The "pros"are they allow your shock to function properly. The "cons" are you will hate your ride if you dont.
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Re: pros/cons of shock extenders

Shock extenders are a must with the axle flip.
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Re: pros/cons of shock extenders

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The "pros"are they allow your shock to function properly. The "cons" are you will hate your ride if you dont.
I probably didn't word it right. You can get shorter shocks and not use the extenders so I was wondering if either method is better then the other and why.
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Old 12-28-2013, 12:53 AM   #6
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Re: pros/cons of shock extenders

I was removing the bump stop brackets, I hate removing factory rivets
So I decided to try my 120v Hobart plasma cutter, worked like a charm. Took about 15-20mins to blow the heads off then pry the bracket loose. Just don't use this method if you want to save the bracket.
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Re: pros/cons of shock extenders

stock front shocks will fit after flipping the axle, on the pick ups anyway....
not sure on the blazers and burbs.
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Re: pros/cons of shock extenders

Yes you can use shorter shocks, but your ride will be better with long shocks and extenders.
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