FJ Cruisers of Northern California

wtf happened?

Before SNT I had my local mechanic install the 1 1/4' spacers on my already lifted front end. The purpose behind it was because my front end was sagging a little. When I returned home from SNT i looked under the rig and saw this. Did my mechanic forget to install something or did my shock break. It's like this on both sides. See attached photo!

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Permalink Reply by Funwthmud on November 14, 2010 at 7:34pm

I would say he forgot to install the lower retaining washer and rubber. there should be washer to keep the shock from extending up. someone else may be able to shed more light on this

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Permalink Reply by Bz on November 14, 2010 at 7:39pm

Yup your local mechanic done fcuked up! tell him he's fired...

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Permalink Reply by Bz on November 14, 2010 at 7:42pm

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Permalink Reply by Daniel May on November 14, 2010 at 11:14pm

I was thinking the same thing! Do you think its possible by hitting a bumb hard enough that the retaining washer slipped past the collar on the shock?

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Permalink Reply by Suecyde on November 15, 2010 at 2:51am

the washer would be mangled up.... He placed them incorrectly. I am surprised you did not notice the change in ride quality on the way up there. If he denies fault, get a second opinion from a different shop.

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Permalink Reply by Bz on November 15, 2010 at 10:54am

Let me know if you need a hand putting it back together, I wrench on many of the FJs around here...

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Permalink Reply by FJ4 Tahoe on November 15, 2010 at 1:55pm

Take it to BZ, he'll fix it for you...BZ for the win!!!

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Permalink Reply by 5AND5TORM on November 15, 2010 at 8:51am

What a knucklehead, I guess the spacers did not come w/ instructions. Not that they would even be needed if he had a clue.
Hope you get it sorted out, let us know what happens.

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Permalink Reply by Daniel May on November 15, 2010 at 2:02pm

Just got back from 4 wheel parts to have them look at it. Douche McBagginsworth the local mechanic forgot to install the lower retainer washers. My shocks are blown anyways. Ordered new shocks they will be in on Thursday, and 4 wheel parts is gonna install them for $80.00. Thanks for the offer BZ I appreciate it.