Topic: Just a little shock question.

[XtremeMP]

Why do some people mount the shock with the shock tube up and the piston shaft down? Whats the difference in the way you mount them?

[XtremeMP [OP]]

I have noticed some people mounting shock diffenent than others. For example, the shock tube being at the top instead of the bottom and the rear shock being mounted in a V or an A shape. Why is this done?

[Rocksurfer]

Keeps the rocks away from the can or in clearance issues with the axle. Also keeps the piston rod clean from mud build up on the top of the can and possibly scaring the the rod or seal causing a leaky situation. Some will say you can't run them upside down but that is just not true.

[TacoRunner]

Some will say you can't run them upside down but that is just not true.

That depends on the shock. Some you can and some you cant. Ask the manufacturer if you have that question. Most of the mono tube designed shocks with reservoirs are OK to do that with. I think, its the emulsion shocks that are not OK to do that with. So are many of the none gas charged ones, like rancho and procomp.

Personally I'd rather damage the shock shaft rather than the body. Especially if you're running an expensive race shock from Fox, Bilstein, Sway-a-Way, etc. Those shafts can be replaced for less then the body. Plus a damaged shaft will still travel throughout the its full range of motion, depending on the damage. If the body is damaged, the shock will try to stop at that point.