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Old Jan 2, 2012 | 07:15 PM
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Can the rear air shocks on a roadking be rebuilt?
 
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Old Jan 2, 2012 | 07:44 PM
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Phoenix Customs/Bitchin Baggers....I had mine shortened from 13 to 11 1/2. I'm sure they could just rebuild yours.
 
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Old Jan 2, 2012 | 08:09 PM
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Not really , it would be wise to replace them with an easily rebuild-able set of shocks.
You can change the oil in them if the seals are still good.
 
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Originally Posted by lowriderbob
Can the rear air shocks on a roadking be rebuilt?

no, throw them out and get you some Ohlins !
 
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