DirtHeadDavis
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Good call Mike! I think the RS7MTs are gonna be my next shock as well 
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Mike Pierson
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Thanks, Presley, I think you’ll like them. I doubt they will hold up to the desert any better than the 9000s did but they’re only $90ish so that’s fine by me.Good call Mike! I think the RS7MTs are gonna be my next shock as well
Also, if you miss getting the lower bolt through once you cut the strapping, it’s an absolute bitch to get them to compress at the same time trying to get the bolt in. I missed two and paid for it.
DirtHeadDavis
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Lol been there done thatThanks, Presley, I think you’ll like them. I doubt they will hold up to the desert any better than the 9000s did but they’re only $90ish so that’s fine by me.
Also, if you miss getting the lower bolt through once you cut the strapping, it’s an absolute bitch to get them to compress at the same time trying to get the bolt in. I missed two and paid for it.
OverlanderJK
Resident Smartass
I never try to get the bolt in first try. I just set the top cut the strap and guide it into the shock bracket mount. Then take a pry bar and lift it and the bolt goes right in. It’s way easier that way.Thanks, Presley, I think you’ll like them. I doubt they will hold up to the desert any better than the 9000s did but they’re only $90ish so that’s fine by me.
Also, if you miss getting the lower bolt through once you cut the strapping, it’s an absolute bitch to get them to compress at the same time trying to get the bolt in. I missed two and paid for it.
Mike Pierson
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Good info, thanks. I won’t screw around next time, I’ll do this- sounds way easier for sure.
I honestly had no idea they were under so much pressure.
OverlanderJK
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I mean, if you could compress them by hand they probably wouldn’t do much for a 6000 pound vehicle lolGood info, thanks. I won’t screw around next time, I’ll do this- sounds way easier for sure.
WJCO
Meme King
If shock is already extended and you don't mind getting dirty, lay on your back and you can 'bench press' the shock up and it's not too bad. Easier than fighting it while crouching down. Overlander's method is even easier though.Good info, thanks. I won’t screw around next time, I’ll do this- sounds way easier for sure.
Mike Pierson
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Yeah, when I said I paid for it, it’s because I had to bench press it back up into the bracket. It sucked so bad.
DirtHeadDavis
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No pain no gain!Yeah, when I said I paid for it, it’s because I had to bench press it back up into the bracket. It sucked so bad.
WJCO
Meme King
Stop being a little bitch.Yeah, when I said I paid for it, it’s because I had to bench press it back up into the bracket. It sucked so bad.
Mike Pierson
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Got the Synergy Sector Shaft and Trackbar brace installed today. This is the new thicker brace with the sealed bearing.
Went to replace the TRE and bushing on my trackbar. The TRE was nothing but the bushing isn’t budging at all, it’s going to need a press to remove. Done for the weekend I guess.
Went to replace the TRE and bushing on my trackbar. The TRE was nothing but the bushing isn’t budging at all, it’s going to need a press to remove. Done for the weekend I guess.
bobfriesenhahn
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Perhaps it helps to jack up the frame of the Jeep so the suspension is already close to fully extended? Or at least close to the shock's strapped length?Thanks, Presley, I think you’ll like them. I doubt they will hold up to the desert any better than the 9000s did but they’re only $90ish so that’s fine by me.
Also, if you miss getting the lower bolt through once you cut the strapping, it’s an absolute bitch to get them to compress at the same time trying to get the bolt in. I missed two and paid for it.
Mike Pierson
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Got the new Ridge Grapplers installed. Pulled all the weights off the wheels from my STT Pros and went all the way to 75 with nary a shimmy. I’m also impressed at how quiet and smooth they are.
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DirtHeadDavis
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Lookin great! 37s or 38s?
Mike Pierson
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I stayed with 37s for now. Need an EVO carrier and more cash. Perhaps next year.
Looks great! Now it's time to hit some dirt with them
Mike Pierson
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Yes! And I’m so ready!Looks great! Now it's time to hit some dirt with them
Mike Pierson
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Thanks, Ben!