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Shock question

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by trumpetman, Apr 20, 2007.

  1. Apr 20, 2007
    trumpetman

    trumpetman New Member

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    While crawling around under the Jeep checking on the oil leak, I found out that my drivers side rear shock was no longer attached to the axle...this might explain the pull when I brake? My question's are:
    1) How bad is it to drive with it this way
    2) Can I just replace that one shock ($$$ is low :( )
    I eventually want to put a small lift on the Jeep, but now is not the time. Any help is appreciated.
     
    trumpetman, Apr 20, 2007
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  2. Apr 20, 2007
    panzer

    panzer Super Mod Staff Member

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    I doubt it would have much effect on your rig pulling during braking.
    It looks like you need a new spring plate.
     
    panzer, Apr 20, 2007
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  3. Apr 20, 2007
    OrangeCJ5

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    If you want, I am almost 100% positive I have one of those spring plates with the shock mount still attached from before my Wrangler spring conversion. It's yours if you give me your address.

    Mike
     
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  4. Apr 20, 2007
    timgr

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    No problem replacing 1 shock - you could even use a used shock in a pinch. Not ideal, but not dangerous either.

    That shock plate have a threaded hole for the shock mounting stud? That and the shock may be all you need.
     
    timgr, Apr 20, 2007
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  5. May 28, 2007
    trumpetman

    trumpetman New Member

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    Wow, it's been awhile since I asked this question. I just bought a new shock and yes I need a mounting stud. (Maybe I could just use some duct tape...:) ) Where can I go to get one- or does it really matter? The plate looks good, but I need to check it out again, just in case. Thanks for the help.
     
    trumpetman, May 28, 2007
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  6. May 28, 2007
    sparky

    sparky Sandgroper Staff Member Founder

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    Get a new spring plate with the stud attached. :beer:
     
    sparky, May 28, 2007
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  7. May 28, 2007
    Txjake

    Txjake I wrenched with Sparky

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    check Bob Supplee in OKC at Supplee's 4x4. I 240 out by Tinker AFB.

    welcome from another OKC resident!!!
     
    Txjake, May 28, 2007
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  8. May 28, 2007
    CJ-X

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    You can just cut the head off a bolt and weld it there if you like.
     
    CJ-X, May 28, 2007
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