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10-26-2013, 03:16 PM | #1 |
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When replacing my rear shock mounts the left rear shock would not again deploy after having been depressed so I figured that it had failed and ordered replacements for both rear shocks. My question is, am I risking damage to other suspension components driving the car with basically three shocks while I wait for the new ones to arrive? Thanks in advance for your insights.
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10-26-2013, 04:32 PM | #2 |
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I don't think so. Most people drive around with one before they notice there's an issue. Just pretend you don't know yet. Just don't hit the twisties.
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10-26-2013, 08:31 PM | #3 |
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Yeah, I just put a new suspension on and both my stock rears were completely dead, figure they've been that way for awhile now. You should be fine until you get new ones in.
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10-29-2013, 05:06 PM | #5 |
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The shock isn't necessarily dead. They return because they are gas pressurized. The gas pressure in the shock pushes on the area of the shaft (shiny chrome rod). The gas pressure is there to reduce cavitation of shock oil traveling thru the valving. The damping is not necessarily effected by pressure loss. Though the damping could be damaged also. Many shock are not gas shocks and work "ok". Essentially the shock will stutter at high velocities. Not optimal performance but safe to drive. If you see oil leaking it could do damage or potentially have dangerous handling characteristics. But I think that would be an extreme situation.
So, they are safe to use but you certainly need a new shock! |
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10-31-2013, 12:39 PM | #7 |
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They probably lose effectiveness around 50-60k but even if not tracking depends on road conditions. My buddy blew out his rear shock in his e90 with just 40k and that's because of crappy NYC roads.
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10-31-2013, 04:30 PM | #8 |
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My 3.0si is a 2006 but it only has 15k miles on it. Perhaps the roads in Albuquerque are right up there with NYC? I decided that as long as I was going to replace the rear two I might as well upgrade with Bilstien. Of course that means that I will do all four....
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