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measuring bumper shock springs

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Old Mar 14, 2004 | 09:19 AM
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measuring bumper shock springs

how do you check to make sure the springs in the bumper shocks are up to spec? I cant get the housing off...
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Old Mar 17, 2004 | 09:36 AM
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Old Mar 17, 2004 | 10:02 AM
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Did you remove the bumper shocks? I dont think theres a spring in there. I believe its a crush cartridge. One shot deal. If its not collapsed, I think that means its good.
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Old Mar 17, 2004 | 10:05 AM
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That is also my understanding of those little bastards. One time use sort of thing.
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Old Mar 17, 2004 | 05:31 PM
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oh ic, did only the SAs have springs?
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