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driver side Fox 2.5 coilovers are..

Discussion in 'Suspension' started by bobby15, Feb 16, 2011.

  1. Feb 16, 2011 at 1:36 AM
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    Leaking ... i just notice today the hose to the reservoir has oil all over it .. the shocks have less than 5000 miles on them ... what could be the problem .. and would Fox company do something about it ?
     
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  2. Feb 16, 2011 at 1:59 AM
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    i plan on doing so ..you think they'd back their product even though the warrenty may be up ?
     
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  3. Feb 16, 2011 at 10:14 AM
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    Has anyone else experienced any leaks with their fox shocks ?
     
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  4. Feb 16, 2011 at 10:20 AM
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    Any CO can leak. Its not that un common.
     
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  5. Feb 16, 2011 at 12:32 PM
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    Sorry I guess I was just trying to be more specific .. Any suggestions on what I should do or check on?
     
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    Take a couple of wrenches and make sure the fittings are tight.

    Also, if you're leaking oil you might also be leaking nitrogen. You should probably have the shocks repressurized.
     
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  7. Feb 16, 2011 at 12:34 PM
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    Check if the fitting is tight. We had a set the leaked when they were shipped the fitting was loose


    EDIT: you beat me ^^^^
     
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    :)
     
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  9. Feb 16, 2011 at 12:39 PM
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    Thanks guys, I appreciate it !! I'll get to it once it stops raining out.
     
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