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#643635 05/05/2010 4:13 AM
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After a complete cleaning, I filled one shock with ATF. It seems to work as it should, but the resistance is quite stout. When I push on it, it moves quite slowly, and I, like, ain't no light-weight.

Is it acceptable to be quite firm, or should I look for thinner fluid?

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A good working shock is quite hard to move.


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Dave,

If that's the case, I think I have at least one good shock. Somewhat of a surprise after all these years. I will get into the others...soon...

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I have been using ATF for 25 years in shocks with good results.
Good luck with the next shock!


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