43
SHOCK DAMPING
SHOCK PISTONS
960026
N M2.5
358040
S 2.5x6x0.5
#358163
GT SHOCK SHAFT 43MM (2)
There are two different thickness shims, use
them as shown. Use the same procedure
when building both front and rear shocks.
11. SHOCK ABSORBERS
EXTREMELY IMPORTANT
Do not push the shock rod straight
through the lower shock body
assembly; O-ring damage may result.
Twist the shock rod through the
lower shock body assembly.
INCORRECT
CORRECT
6 holes
ø1.2mm pistons
NOTE ORIENTATION
971034
O 3.4x2
970100
O 10x1.5
DETAIL
O-ring
Thin Shim
O-ring
Thick Shim
BOOK
SET-UP
4x
4x
4x
GTX8GTXE
INCORRECT
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN
The self-locking nut is overtightened, causing
distortion of the piston. This will negatively
affect the free movement of the piston in the
shock body.
DETAIL
CORRECT
TIGHTEN GENTLY
The self-locking nut is gently tightened. The
piston remains undistorted and fits inside the
shock body perfectly, ensuring smooth movement
of the piston.
DETAIL
Install the piston with Professional Multi
Tool (HUDY #183011)
DO NOT USE