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Old Jan 20, 2009 | 06:59 PM
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Has anybody ever used the lowering shocks from ultima. I was on ebay the other day and saw them for 120 dollars. I was just wondering if anyone has ever given them a try. I am sure that they are not as good as the progressive shocks. But are they better than just the cheap lowering kits?
 
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Get some used Deluxe shocks. They can be found for ~$100. They will lower it one inch and are much better quality than Ultima.
 
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I replaced the 13" stock air shocks on my Geezer Glide with a set of 12" air shocks from Ultima. 5,000 miles with no problems and I found the quality to be just fine.
 
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I might have to give them a try.
 
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I did some searching and it seems that theses shocks are junk. Does anyone disagree?
 
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Originally Posted by boosteddelslow
I did some searching and it seems that theses shocks are junk. Does anyone disagree?
I tried to tell you....
 
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I believe you now!!LOL!!
 
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