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[Enzo4370]

Hey all, took in my 4Runner for the 40k maintenance yesterday. Everything went well except they notified me that my aftermarket (Icon) front right shock is slightly leaking. They even told me it's not a big deal but just wanted me to be aware.
So I'm wondering is it something I really shouldn't worry about? Should I contact icon and see what they have to say possibly repair it ect. I tried to take a look at it myself but it seems to really get a good look I'll need to jack it up and take off wheel. (Not hard just don't have time till next weekend).
Suggestions/ideas? Thanks.

 

[trapshot68]

Hey all, took in my 4Runner for the 40k maintenance yesterday. Everything went well except they notified me that my aftermarket (Icon) front right shock is slightly leaking. They even told me it's not a big deal but just wanted me to be aware.
So I'm wondering is it something I really shouldn't worry about? Should I contact icon and see what they have to say possibly repair it ect. I tried to take a look at it myself but it seems to really get a good look I'll need to jack it up and take off wheel. (Not hard just don't have time till next weekend).
Suggestions/ideas? Thanks.

Probably not within the year warranty, and they no longer service in-house

2.0 / 2.5 / 3.0 Shock Rebuild Service & Upgrade Information | Icon Vehicle Dynamics -

Check and see if any of the Cali approved service centers are within your area. I've dealt with DC, and they're outstanding.

 

[nb rob]

If you're willing to repair them yourself, it's easier and cheaper than you might expect.
Since you bought rebuildable shocks, I'd urge you to take advantage of the best part about them. .

For example, the king rebuild kit is $25. It has all the o-rings and he wiper seal.
If you're leaking oil, your wiper seal needs replacement. That being said, you'll be getting contaminants IN your shock, and the other o-rings will require replacement. Don't let it become a big issue. Repair sooner than later, and you can spare your wear band.

For charging the shock with nitrogen, it's not magical either. I bought a 22 cu ft tank and regulator for around $200. It cost $7 to fill at a welding gas shop. You'll want a manifold for accurate filling, another $100 or less. (I built one for $40)

If you are organized and can use hand tools,rebuilding shocks is something that you can do.
(You'll need a spring compressor for the coilovers though)


Food for thought

 

[wfo9]

How long have you had the coil overs on there.. I think they had a bad batch at one point and they would fix it if it was within a year....If you are at 40k on the coil overs.. yea time for a rebuild....

 

[Enzo4370]

Appreciate help. I don't think this is something I have the skill to fix. I'll contact a icon-maintenance representative down here in SoCal tomorrow. See what it would cost to fix. I'm assuming I might as well re-build left shock as well so "clock resets" and they are good for another 40k. Any guess on what it would cost?

And I've had the shocks for about 2 years. I'd say only about 30k on them. First 10k were on stock shocks.

 

[Jvarvar1]

Icon shocks

So I have a 2.0 aluminum series sock leaking and was going to rebuild but don't see the charge port. Is it under the top cap and if so how do you get it off? They should be rebuildable.