MDalton Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 Just wanted to share some pics. Its odd the camera captures the blues at different shades, in real life all the blue is pretty close to the same color. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
So Cal Suspension Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 It gives me sad face to see shock covers run on Axis shocks. You're ruining those shocks... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDalton Posted July 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 (edited) It gives me sad face to see shock covers run on Axis shocks. You're ruining those shocks... Lol they came that way. Are the shock covers not needed? I run in the woods Edited July 4, 2012 by MDalton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDalton Posted July 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 (edited) Dunno wtf happened. Edited July 4, 2012 by MDalton Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5150banshee Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 I run in the sand and have never used those damn shock covers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomas h. Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 They are pointing out that shock cover rub on the springs removing the powder coat. I think protecting the rod is important but really don't know if they really protect from on coming dirt. Or that on coming dirt really cause pitting in the rod and wearing seals faster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightmare Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 The shock covers trap moisture and dirt. Not a good combo for seals. TOSS THEM IN THE TRASH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toytech Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 looks good. ditch the shock covers. if any body knows shocks it's Mattscss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClayAiken Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 Rad looks like all the fins are full of shit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
So Cal Suspension Posted July 4, 2012 Report Share Posted July 4, 2012 I forgot about this thread. Yes, shock covers trap all kinds of shit inside the shocks. Moisture and dirt being the two biggest enemies. They also rub all the powdercoat off of the springs, causing the springs to rust, and eventually break. I see it all the time. The key to keeping your shocks lasting long, is to keep them clean. After you're done riding, clean the shocks. While you're riding, the shocks have a special seal on the outside of the seal head called a "wiper". It's ONLY job is to keep shit out of the shock. A good way to tell if something like those are complete bullshit, is go look at race vehicles or buggies, and see if they run them. If you don't see shock covers on race vehicles, don't run them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunesovertrails Posted July 5, 2012 Report Share Posted July 5, 2012 I love black banshees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AC-BANSHEE Posted July 6, 2012 Report Share Posted July 6, 2012 Not bad looking man! I DO like the flat black look... might not be a bad idea to ditch the blue shit, and throw in some shiny shit just to contrast, if you need a "cheaper route (since i know how expensive billet parts get) get some mothers polish and some good ol elbow grease and shine that fucker up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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