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    Veteran Member Three Rings Outkasted's Avatar
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    suspension noob needs help

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    I just bought a set of coilovers used. I recieved them with no wrenches. I noticed that the perches seem to be rusted in place because i can not get them to move. My question is the rear shocks are seperate from the springs and i noticed that i can push and pull the cylinder piece or shaft in the middle with next to no effort. Should u be able to move this that easily or is the shock blown and i just got ripped off.
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    Veteran Member Three Rings Outkasted's Avatar
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    Re: suspension noob needs help

    anyone? Come on someone knows the answer this is a fairly easy question.
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    Re: suspension noob needs help

    What brand are they?

    If the perches are rusted, soak them in some PB Blaster, that may help to free them up.

    Generally, most shocks should have some resistance when compressing the pistons by hand. Some will be harder than others, it depends on the design of the shock.

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    Re: suspension noob needs help

    so you can move them by hand. That is what i really needed to know. I don't see any leaks or anything just wasn't sure if you are suppose to be able to do that. Thany you very much.
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    Veteran Member Three Rings Outkasted's Avatar
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    Re: suspension noob needs help

    oh yeah koni shocks
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