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Levelling kit and shock length

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Was given a leveling kit. Do I need to worry about shock length?
 
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Right now I'm 90% highway 8 % surface streets, 2% trail riding so I'll assume I'm good. If I can grab some rubi takeoff shocks for a good price I'll do that I guess. Planning on a proper lift of <3" when its time to upgrade tires. This was the right price ( FREE!) so I couldn't pass it up.
 
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Yes, do you know the legths? The Rancho 5000x shocks run around $50 a piece. Great option for shock
Hopefully you're still following the thread.
Got a BIG box from my benefactor today. 4 pucks for the lift, 4 shocks, bracket and steering stabilizer. The bracket will need the attention of a wire brush, some rust stopper, and paint. Pictures are included. Do you think I need to worry about the "cracks" in the rubber at the end of the shocks? Think everything has less than 20k on it. Shocks are very stout. Any problem taping off the shafts and painting the bodies of the shocks? Based on the measurements think I need some stops?
 

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search youtube for the Teraflex budget boost install, the should help you out.

I wouldn't worry about the bushings, and no problems painting the body.

you will need to measure the compressed lengths. is there a part number on the shock you can reference? lets say the fronts measure 16"(stock 15") = 1' bumpstop.
 
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search youtube for the Teraflex budget boost install, the should help you out. I wouldn't worry about the bushings, and no problems painting the body. you will need to measure the compressed lengths. is there a part number on the shock you can reference? lets say the fronts measure 16"(stock 15") = 1' bumpstop.
I'll try and look for a serial/part number to reference. Are you telling me the compressed length of stock is 15 or was that just an example
 
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Those Pro Comp's are not known to be a great riding shock... The rest of the kit should be good to go.
 
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So to keep a running total of what I still need to order before installing this "free" lift.
Quick Disco control arms in the 0-2" range. suggested brand JKS
Bump Stops 2"
Perhaps just throw the shocks out and purchase new but 14" to match up with stock or perhaps better to plan ahead and get 16" with 2" bumpstops thinking I will grab springs at some point.
Thoughts on the used Rubi vs just buying new?
 
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