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Rear shock mount driver's side rusted through.

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Old Sep 28, 2014 | 10:56 AM
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Default Rear shock mount driver's side rusted through.

I just noticed that my rear driver's side shock mount has rusted through and the shock is resting on the undercarriage of the Jeep. This seems like an easy straightforward repair. Does anyone have a similar experience? I'm heading to the Overland Expo East next week and I am right outside of Clemson, SC in Seneca. If anyone knows a quick reputable shop drop me a line. Thanks.
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Old Sep 28, 2014 | 11:36 AM
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Do you have picture?
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Old Sep 28, 2014 | 11:47 AM
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He's prob referring to this area:

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Old Sep 28, 2014 | 12:13 PM
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Originally Posted by AngryRedBird
He's prob referring to this area:
Yes, Sir. That's the culprit. I am about a mile from Clemson 4 wheel shop. Im gonna take it in tomorrow morning.
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Old Sep 28, 2014 | 12:39 PM
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Originally Posted by justinstoffregen

Yes, Sir. That's the culprit. I am about a mile from Clemson 4 wheel shop. Im gonna take it in tomorrow morning.


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Old Sep 28, 2014 | 12:49 PM
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Originally Posted by justinstoffregen
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that's a quick easy fix.
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Old Sep 28, 2014 | 01:00 PM
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Actually, it's the wing mount which goes through the bushing.. I do have an extra set which came with the Daystar setup.. But they are smaller than your current versions.. Typically, these "wing" or "Bar" part is included in a new set of shocks.. Thou if I had my choice.. I would opt for an upgrade.
Search Keywords: "JKS Rear Bar Pin Eliminators" easier to install too.

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Old Sep 28, 2014 | 01:20 PM
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Agree with previous comment. That part came with the shock. It's an easy and cheap fix. Take it in and they'll sell you new shocks installed for $400.
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Old Sep 28, 2014 | 01:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Invest2m4
Agree with previous comment. That part came with the shock. It's an easy and cheap fix. Take it in and they'll sell you new shocks installed for $400.
Hah, Well If I wanted to do the simplest answer and be rude about it.. I would have said.. Go buy a new shock.. which you've pointed out.. I think who ever came up with these Bar Pin Eliminators was a brilliant idea.. and I never would have had to forcibly push the flat bars through a round hole.. Just kidding.. Set the bars in place before the socket treatment..
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Old Sep 28, 2014 | 01:48 PM
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Originally Posted by AngryRedBird
Hah, Well If I wanted to do the simplest answer and be rude about it.. I would have said.. Go buy a new shock.. which you've pointed out.. I think who ever came up with these Bar Pin Eliminators was a brilliant idea.. and I never would have had to forcibly push the flat bars through a round hole.. Just kidding.. Set the bars in place before the socket treatment..
Thx, everyone. I have never messed with shocks before so if I buy a single shock rather than getting a new set(my truck has 42K on it), how hard is it to mount?
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