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How difficult is it to replace the rear shocks on my 99 rk? The previous owner lowered it and removed the adjustable ones, which is fine solo but 2 up it bottoms out a lot. I just paid the ship for replacing a throw out bearing, transmission rod and trans rebuild and am not anxious to have that conversation with my wife so soon.
Replacing shocks in easy work with a wheel caulk and jack. the main question is what shock you want will run your price. I have expensive taste.
 
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Thanks. I do as well. I am researching now to determine the the best options but if its a simple install I prefer to do our myself. What recommenrations would you have for the widest range of comfort?
 
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Thanks. I do as well. I am researching now to determine the the best options but if its a simple install I prefer to do our myself. What recommenrations would you have for the widest range of comfort?
I am fan of Progressive 944. The ultra standard duty, but some like heavy.
 
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Just looking at them I can get a pair for 500 to 600. That's nnot unreasonable. Thanks.
 
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Originally Posted by Darkride
How difficult is it to replace the rear shocks on my 99 rk? The previous owner lowered it and removed the adjustable ones, which is fine solo but 2 up it bottoms out a lot. I just paid the ship for replacing a throw out bearing, transmission rod and trans rebuild and am not anxious to have that conversation with my wife so soon.
Grab set off Craigslist

Ride down I'll put them on for you take the side bags off and two bolts
 
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Grab set off Craigslist

Ride down I'll put them on for you take the side bags off and two bolts
careful I will take you up on that! Thanks. I think I will give it a try.
 
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Have you done this mod? Does it add power? I have screamin eagle slip ons and was thinking of doing this.
 
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WOW - lots of great mods. Does anyone have pix of the mod from several years ago whereby someone used hurricane strapping UNDERNEATH the leather saddle bag straps, added D-rings and some kind of combination locks? This was from around the 2008-2011 era I think. (kinda lost track) and pix no longer show.


Thanks !
 
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How can u get fine scratches out of chrome.
 
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How can u get fine scratches out of chrome.
Bedrock, I have had no success in removing scratches in chrome. Scratch removers, steel wool etc all help, but will leave their own scratches or will dull the chrome.
 


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