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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 05:49 AM
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Anybody have the bolt on EVO rockstar LCA skids? The ones that relocate the rear shock mounts.

How do you like them? What shocks are you running? Pros/cons?
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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 05:54 AM
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I have them and like them fine. I have a Rock Krawler 2.5" Max Travel Pro suspension with the recommended Bilstein 5100 shocks. I use Teraflex 2.25" bump stop extensions in the rear to keep the shocks from over compressing and to keep the tires out of the body.
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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 06:09 AM
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Originally Posted by tslewisz
I have them and like them fine. I have a Rock Krawler 2.5" Max Travel Pro suspension with the recommended Bilstein 5100 shocks. I use Teraflex 2.25" bump stop extensions in the rear to keep the shocks from over compressing and to keep the tires out of the body.
This is the exact answer I am looking for. Not having 2k at my dispense I am slowly piecing out at RK max travel kit. First track bar and tie rod, then LCAs then brake lines, then coils. I have a BB right now and I'm adding/upgrading as funds permit. When I saw these skids I thought it would be a great addition
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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 05:02 PM
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Rear shock relocation is a must if you see rocks. Those are very nice skids and the set up you are working towards will give you a nice build!

PM Us if you have any questions or need any quotes on anything at all.
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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 06:45 PM
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I opted for Rebel Offroad's grinders as they did the same thing and didn't relocate the shock. I really can't use anymore travel and the springs stay in the pockets as is.
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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 08:16 PM
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Originally Posted by fredrok
I opted for Rebel Offroad's grinders as they did the same thing and didn't relocate the shock. I really can't use anymore travel and the springs stay in the pockets as is.
I forgot to mention that I also use Teraflex .5" rear spacers with the dongle and hose clamps around the bottom of the rears. Thanks for the reminder.
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Old Mar 28, 2013 | 08:56 PM
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I used the synergy version on the bottom and top and kept the same bumps. So don't have to worry about the shocks bottoming out on full stuff

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