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Discussion in 'Suspension' started by AgingDisgracefully, Apr 25, 2020.

  1. Apr 25, 2020 at 4:09 PM
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    So today I hit a big milestone: 10,000 miles on my suspension upgrade over OEM. I have ADS 2.5" shocks with adjustable remote reservoir. They seem fine to me after 10,000 mile but a friend just asked how long they last. Anyone have insights on the longevity of these shocks before they have to be rebuilt and revavled?

    Thanks
     
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  2. Apr 25, 2020 at 4:13 PM
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    I’m at about 40k and haven’t needed to service them yet.
     
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    Thanks man. What kind of use (I assume a lot of offroading?)
     
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    I've got about 18k on mine and no issues. I usually get off-road a few times a year.
     
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    I service mine every two years.

    Seal kit, shock oil, and N2.

    It takes me longer to remove the shock than rebuilding it.
     
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    Would love to see a write up on that....
     
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    The rebuilding process is pretty easy. Hell, we have rebuilt shocks in a condo, on top of the washer and dryer, pretty drunk on a off-roading trip.

    The difficult and science part is valve stacks. If you like what you have, don’t mess with it.
     
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    Awesome, thank you gentlemen!!
     
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    When you service the shocks more often, shock wear parts last longer and have an overall better performing shock.

    When I was a little more active in MX riding, every 30 hours my suspension was serviced. This is when I started doing it myself due to cost, down time, and making my suspension last.
     
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    I haven't watched the videos yet, I will, but are there any special tools required?
     
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