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Old 02-26-2021, 05:55 PM #1
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Importance Of Shock Guards!!!

What could possibly damage your shocks you ask?
Your shocks can be damaged by a numerous of things, but let’s start with a few good reasons!

Potholes and large rocks - can damage your shocks significantly, causing them to become damaged and break.
Dirt Roads -Although dirt roads can be fun, they also generate a ton of dust and sand. Once the dust gets into your seals of your shocks, the fluid can start to leak out and we don't want that!
Mud - Mud can cause a build up, getting into the inner components of your shocks. This can damage seals, causes leaks, and diminishes the ability for them to absorb the impact.
These are just a few things that can cause damage to your shocks and leave you with having to replace them. 😢

Our Shock Guards are made out of 3/16th Steel, and the rugged design creates a guard that can withstand the most demanding trails! 😍
In addition to protecting the most exposed part of the shock, the guard also extends to protect the shock shaft from pits and abuse, extending shock life from leaks and tears of the shock shaft seal.
Our design also includes a drain hole placed at the lowest point of the guard to prevent lingering of water during water crossings.
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Are these only for the front or back or can they be used on both?
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Won't shock boots do the same thing?
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Are these only for the front or back or can they be used on both?
The fronts are on the top side of the Lca's.
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What could possibly damage your shocks you ask?
Your shocks can be damaged by a numerous of things, but let’s start with a few good reasons!

Potholes and large rocks - can damage your shocks significantly, causing them to become damaged and break.
Dirt Roads -Although dirt roads can be fun, they also generate a ton of dust and sand. Once the dust gets into your seals of your shocks, the fluid can start to leak out and we don't want that!
Mud - Mud can cause a build up, getting into the inner components of your shocks. This can damage seals, causes leaks, and diminishes the ability for them to absorb the impact.
These are just a few things that can cause damage to your shocks and leave you with having to replace them. 😢

Our Shock Guards are made out of 3/16th Steel, and the rugged design creates a guard that can withstand the most demanding trails! 😍
In addition to protecting the most exposed part of the shock, the guard also extends to protect the shock shaft from pits and abuse, extending shock life from leaks and tears of the shock shaft seal.
Our design also includes a drain hole placed at the lowest point of the guard to prevent lingering of water during water crossings.
Love your products but if you're really playing in the rocks metal shin guards like these are the last thing you want. They will bend backwards after hitting a rock directly and cause damage to your shock body on the next compression. Ask me how I know.

I've found a half cut shock boot zip tied to the lower shaft the most effective solution. Doesnt look as cool on Instagram but it gets the job done.
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Love your products but if you're really playing in the rocks metal shin guards like these are the last thing you want. They will bend backwards after hitting a rock directly and cause damage to your shock body on the next compression. Ask me how I know.

I've found a half cut shock boot zip tied to the lower shaft the most effective solution. Doesnt look as cool on Instagram but it gets the job done.
These are not going to bend, and give protection at the shock mount.
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These are not going to bend, and give protection at the shock mount.
You would be surprised how persuasive rocks can be to metal.
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These are not going to bend, and give protection at the shock mount.
Would you be willing to back your product with satisfaction guarantee replacing The buyers shocks and labor?
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Pretty sure it would take a serious hit to bend one of these guards... if you’re subjecting your lower shock mount to that kind of force I would ask what are you doing?
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Pretty sure it would take a serious hit to bend one of these guards... if you’re subjecting your lower shock mount to that kind of force I would ask what are you doing?
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I've found a half cut shock boot zip tied to the lower shaft the most effective solution. Doesnt look as cool on Instagram but it gets the job done.
Totally agree. I was surprised how damage-free my Icon 2.0 shafts were when I pulled them. And we do plenty enough to know when it comes to mileage and moving at a good pace through the desert. The entire area is heavily bombarded and the shock body shows where rocks thrown from the front have hit it, but the shafts are nice and smooth.

So I plan on using the Icon boots with a cut on my Bilstein 8100s (if these ever actually arrive, lol).
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I think they are worth it, if you like playing in a variety of trails, and not just rock gardens.
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