Extended A-arms what length shock do I need

[banshee17]

I have a set of janssen mx tech a-arms and I am looking to get a set of aftermarket shocks. The arms are extended +2 and +1 forward. What length shock should I be looking for?

[00BANSHEE]

I have a set of new works dual rate w rezzies that will work for you. $350, I'll work with you on shipping. Let me know.

[frocashmoney24]

when u order the shocks from the company they'll ask u about the arms, but if ur getting used any size shock will work except the ones for +3 arms

[DUNEDEMON]

I would call Janssen and ask them, I would guess as long as they are not "long travel" they will use the standard (stock) length shock.

[Hockey390]

so can you use stock shocks with +2+1 arms?

[txblueshee]

so can you use stock shocks with +2+1 arms?

Yes..... But everytime your front tires get more than 1ft. off the ground your bumper is going to become a plow when you land. Any aftermarket shock will work but they have to be valved for the +2+1 a-arms.... which does not change the length of the shock.

 

 

Mike

[DUNEDEMON]

Any aftermarket shock will work but they have to be valved for the +2+1 a-arms....

TX is on the right track here, what he did not mention is that in addition to the internall valving of the shocks, the spring rate of the spring(s) must also be increased, this is where options like dual / triple rates and zero pre-load stuff comes into play. Bottom line is that stock shocks will fit with standard 2+1 a-arms but they will not be capable of controling the increased leverage placed on them, thus producing a VERY soft front end.