Any update on these?

 

If you are running a stock rig, yes. If you currently have a 2" shock entension, then you can take that out and use this.

 

Damn!! One more thing to add to my wish list!!

 

Any way to get them above the axel? I would love that.. always coming to a stop or dragging a rock

Zeb

 

Any pictures of them installed?

 

Bump .... Installed Pics, and Prices??

 

Here ya go:







http://www.offroadevolution.com/stor...?prod=EVO-1038

 

Would raising the lower shock mount have any adverse effects on drivability? Such as increasing unsprung weight or jacking the vehicle instead of absorbing shock?

 

from Mel's site
"This kit requires cutting and grinding. This kit may require new (shorter) rear swaybar endlinks and/or coil spring retainers."

How would you know/tell if it does or not?

 

I've been thinking a lot about this solution. Seems to have some inherent problems.

1. By compressing the shock into its travel, isn't it at risk of being over compressed at max suspension compression? A crushed shock can't be good!
2. Since there is more room for the shock to expand, isn't there a risk of the springs popping out of their perch at full droop? That's an ugly trailside repair too.

Problem 1 could be solved by making sure the bump stop hits before the shock is fully compressed. The measurements on mine confirm that the shock would be compressed about 1/2" before the bump stop is hit, assuming the base of the shock is raised 1 1/2" by the kit. Bump stop extensions for sure!

Problem 2 could be solved by making sure the shock reaches maximum extension before all of the tension is off the springs. Again the measurements on mine make it very iffy that the springs might be fully unloaded at full droop. Limiting straps would be necessary - at least for peace of mind.

Why isn't this a problem? Am I missing something?

Edit: forgot about a third option: Shocks with shorter strokes. I personally would rather have the flex afforded by the longer shocks.