Needing to put longer shocks on a Sami a guy at work has. We used the forklift to lift the tire to flex it for measurements. When lifting one side we measured 15-1/4" and 19". Lifting the other side we got 15-1/2" and 19-1/4". When looking for new shocks do I need to go an inch shorter and longer just to be safe? Or even more than that? Just need something super cheap so we want one that's available not custom made.
Shock Questions
- Thread starter stimmie
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Seven
Active Member
- Location
- Ogden southside
Here is a link to some shocks at low range. if you use the drop down menu it tells you the compressed/extended lengths. I would just get the one that has the longest cycle that fits in your range. you will also need to know what shock ends he needs. From my understanding the doestch tech shocks may be the best bang for buck on a samurai.
http://www.lowrangeoffroad.com/suzuki/samurai/suspension-parts/doetsch-tech-shocks.html
http://www.lowrangeoffroad.com/suzuki/samurai/suspension-parts/doetsch-tech-shocks.html
- Location
- Stinkwater
I ran Doetsch on a previous 4Runner. Nothing to write home about, but you couldn't beat the price. I think I bought them for 1 inch longer than my measured travel.
carsonc1974
Active Member
Coming from a desert racing background, Im a big fan of limit straps and bump stops all set up correctly. I would much rather have a little less clean travel, then max travel and beat on parts. If im understanding you correctly, I think your on the right track, but might consider some safety measures to ensure you dont over extend things.
- Location
- West Jordan
I agree with this. Make sure your new shocks are sized properly so that they don't act as your limiting strap or your bumpstop.
