Where to get shocks rebuilt?

[moab_cj5]

Where is a good place to take some shocks to have them rebuilt? I broke an upper bar pin and when the shock rattled around under my jeep, the valve broke off and the gas discharged. I would like to get both rear shocks rebuilt. Just looking for a good shop to take them to.

Thanks for the help!

 

[neagtea]

Brand?

 

[moab_cj5]

Dirt logic

 

[moab_cj5]

Bump

 

[bryson]

Shocks aren't rocket science... especially if you aren't messing with the valving. Can you get the parts from Fabtech and do it yourself?

 

[moab_cj5]

I have never opened up a shock, and can't charge it to 100 psi nitrogen. I talked to Fabtech and they gave me the part numbers for the rebuild kits and told me that any motorcycle shop can rebuild them. I was hoping for some direction from the experts here since I am in awe of the expertise that exists on this form.

Once i get the Dirt Logic shocks rebuilt, they will go back in the Jeep and I will be selling some slightly used Fox shocks if anyone is interested. Specs on the Fox shocks to come when I get home. I know they are the 2.0 emulsion shock. I paid $105 each ($210 for the pair), they will have under 400 miles on them ( i hope) when I get to pull them out, and will be willing to let them go for $150 for the pair.

 

[bryson]

I have a nitrogen tank and regulator and would be happy to charge them if you don't mind venturing to West Jordan (I'm sure there are other RMEers closer to you with tanks as well...) As long as you can put something together in the reverse order that you disassembled it, you'll have no issues with the shocks. Rebuilding it will probably just consist of replacing a few o-rings, maybe a teflon wear-ring, and one seal.

You will probably need most of the following:

basic hand tools
Impact gun and sockets (to remove the piston/shaft nut, which on a basic rebuild you shouldn't need to)
snap ring pliers (may not be necessary)
small screwdriver/pick to remove o-rings
thread locker (Loctite or similar)
Propane torch
vise with soft jaws (I just use wood blocks in my vise)
seal driver kit (I just use appropriately sized sockets)
shock oil and something to measure it in (I have several unopened quarts of 5w if that's what you need)

Depending on the shock design, you may have to get creative to make a spanner to get the rod guide/seal carrier/whatever you want to call it off.


What are the specs on the FOX shocks you'll be selling?

 

[moab_cj5]

Thanks for the offer to help! I will let you know if I need to take you up on the offer.

I will get the specs on the Fox shocks when I get home. What exactly are you looking for? extended they are 26.25 inches, collapsed they are 16.75 inches or so. They are a 5/8" shaft, 2" body. They are an emulsion shock. That is all I know right now. I believe they come with a BDS lift kit.

If there is anything else you need to know about them, I will try to get the info.

 

[bryson]

The lengths are pretty much what I'm looking for... Maybe check what the valving is? I assume they are standard eyelet mounts on both ends?

 

[moab_cj5]

The lengths are pretty much what I'm looking for... Maybe check what the valving is? I assume they are standard eyelet mounts on both ends?

I will see if I can find the info on valving. Yes, standard eyelets on both ends.

 

[moab_cj5]

Here is the tag on the box.



Here is some more info on these, but I can't seem to find anything specific to the valving.
https://bds-suspension.com/productFlyer/BDS_NPR_FoxShock.pdf

 

[maxterra]

Midnight 4x4 knew somebody they use & recommend, but I can't remember the name right now.
Have some radflo's I need to have him do at some point.

 

[neagtea]

I can take care of going through them. I have N2 and enough oil.
The issue is I am out of pocket until 30 April if it works let me know.
Jeff

 

[moab_cj5]

I can take care of going through them. I have N2 and enough oil.
The issue is I am out of pocket until 30 April if it works let me know.
Jeff

Thanks for the offer. If I can't do it, or have it done before then, I will hit you up.

 

[moab_cj5]

Thanks. I took them to The Dirt Lab in Woods Cross. I don't have time to deal with it right now.