Shotgun Shock Washers?
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Shotgun Shock Washers?
Quick question for those of you with the shotgun.
Right now, it seems the shock body on my shotgun shock is REALLY close to the frame rail (probably 1/8", maybe less)... the frame rail where the bolt goes into the shock towards the front of the bike. When I installed mine, it came with two washers and a lock washer. I thought JD told me to place both washers and the lock washer on the OUTSIDE of the frame rail so that's what I did. But now looking at it, I believe placing one of the washers on the inside, up against the inside bushing, would allow for more clearance of the shock body against the frame rail. The the other washer and lock washer would go on the outside.
What did you guys do with those washers and lock washer (assuming the lock washer would certainly go on the outside.
)?
Right now, it seems the shock body on my shotgun shock is REALLY close to the frame rail (probably 1/8", maybe less)... the frame rail where the bolt goes into the shock towards the front of the bike. When I installed mine, it came with two washers and a lock washer. I thought JD told me to place both washers and the lock washer on the OUTSIDE of the frame rail so that's what I did. But now looking at it, I believe placing one of the washers on the inside, up against the inside bushing, would allow for more clearance of the shock body against the frame rail. The the other washer and lock washer would go on the outside.
What did you guys do with those washers and lock washer (assuming the lock washer would certainly go on the outside.
)?
Last edited by ghoticov; Oct 9, 2013 at 10:58 AM.
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Here's a few pics, maybe it will make more sense.
Doesn't the right side look really close to the frame rail? Or is that ok?
And here is a closer shot, although not the best pic. lol
Doesn't the right side look really close to the frame rail? Or is that ok?
And here is a closer shot, although not the best pic. lol
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Your's is as close as mine? If so, that makes me feel better and means I hopefully don't have to mess with it. lol
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Quick question for those of you with the shotgun.
Right now, it seems the shock body on my shotgun shock is REALLY close to the frame rail (probably 1/8", maybe less)... the frame rail where the bolt goes into the shock towards the front of the bike. When I installed mine, it came with two washers and a lock washer. I thought JD told me to place both washers and the lock washer on the OUTSIDE of the frame rail so that's what I did. But now looking at it, I believe placing one of the washers on the inside, up against the inside bushing, would allow for more clearance of the shock body against the frame rail. The the other washer and lock washer would go on the outside.
What did you guys do with those washers and lock washer (assuming the lock washer would certainly go on the outside. )?
Right now, it seems the shock body on my shotgun shock is REALLY close to the frame rail (probably 1/8", maybe less)... the frame rail where the bolt goes into the shock towards the front of the bike. When I installed mine, it came with two washers and a lock washer. I thought JD told me to place both washers and the lock washer on the OUTSIDE of the frame rail so that's what I did. But now looking at it, I believe placing one of the washers on the inside, up against the inside bushing, would allow for more clearance of the shock body against the frame rail. The the other washer and lock washer would go on the outside.
What did you guys do with those washers and lock washer (assuming the lock washer would certainly go on the outside.
)?Trying to hold up the shock and finagle the bolt through the bushings was enough of a handful - getting a washer on the INSIDE was damn near impossible, so I said fuggit.
Besides, the front of the shock body is large enough that you don't really need one there anyway...
I wouldn't worry too much about any "clearance" or "gaps" you might see there during installation.
Remember, the shotgun piston is probably fully contracted. Tightening that bolt will draw it up tight.
Last edited by jam436; Oct 9, 2013 at 11:48 AM.
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Hey Gho.
I put one flat outside and one inside. Just stick the bolt through the bushing enough to hang it on. We put another set on a buddies bike last Sat. Exactly 2 hr. install.
The shock is close on both that we have done as well.
Scott
I put one flat outside and one inside. Just stick the bolt through the bushing enough to hang it on. We put another set on a buddies bike last Sat. Exactly 2 hr. install.
The shock is close on both that we have done as well.
Scott
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I just put the one flat & lock washer on the outside (towards the front of the bike).
Trying to hold up the shock and finagle the bolt through the bushings was enough of a handful - getting a washer on the INSIDE was damn near impossible, so I said fuggit.
Besides, the front of the shock body is large enough that you don't really need one there anyway...
I wouldn't worry too much about any "clearance" or "gaps" you might see there during installation.
Remember, the shotgun piston is probably fully contracted. Tightening that bolt will draw it up tight.
Trying to hold up the shock and finagle the bolt through the bushings was enough of a handful - getting a washer on the INSIDE was damn near impossible, so I said fuggit.
Besides, the front of the shock body is large enough that you don't really need one there anyway...
I wouldn't worry too much about any "clearance" or "gaps" you might see there during installation.
Remember, the shotgun piston is probably fully contracted. Tightening that bolt will draw it up tight.
Side note: Have you ever had an instance where when you hit down on the front switch and have nothing happen? lol I was riding the other day and the bike was probably raised 2". I went to hit down on the front switch and nothing happened. When I hit up, I heard the compressor come on but when I hit down, typically it would release air but I got nothing. I thought there may be an instance where there is no air in the chamber to release so hitting down wouldn't do anything. But the bike was raised and no slammed so I assume there was air in that chamber.
I am still learning these switches, even after reading your detailed post. lol
Did you post pics? I don't think I have seen any.
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No pics. I am challenged in that area. ( old dude) I told the o.l. last night that I need to get my son to put a picture of my bikes on here. I have a couple of nice ones that I am really proud of. Think I am going to go ahead and get another set of SS for my Fat Boy since they are so great on the Heritage.
Rode the F.B. to work today. 44 miles one way. Man what a difference without the SS.
Rode the F.B. to work today. 44 miles one way. Man what a difference without the SS.
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There is an old saying that applies here: An inch, or in this case an 1/8 of an inch is as good as a mile. It's great to ask questions, it's the only way one learns and many here are now very well versed in the SS, the installation and the use of the SS that can always help you out. Always remember though, JD is just a phone call away and as everyone now knows, he picks up the phone and answers all questions and emails. If one isn't sure about anything to do with the SS I highly recommend calling the Man himself. 2 years,( but not many miles), and I am just now getting very comfortable with the SS, how to use it, when to use it and finding "my sweet spot" for whatever road conditions I am on at any given time. I also wish I had the same worry about putting the SS on a 2nd bike!!! If I had one though I surely would do it. All of you guys who has been sitting back and on the fence and reading all these posts about the SS and thinking of pulling the trigger, now is the best time to do so with the 6 month special JD is now having. Also, don't forget about the drawing and the giving away of a free SS system JD will be having. Sign up, you can't win if you don't sign up. I GAURENTEE you will have a ride like no other, other than those who too has the SS on their bike. No matter how hard you try to explain to others who does not have one on their bikes how sweet it is, you can never really know until you too have one on your bike. Yes, it's that good and yes it's worth every single penny.
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I've seen this mentioned several times now but I haven't been able to find where this drawing is. I checked his website and a few other SS threads but I must be missing it.