zippymbr

Anyone ever rebuild a Toyota adjustable shock? I just replaced my rear shocks and now have a used leaking set I could rebuild. Thoughts?

clubsport

shocks are not expensive... rebuild is not the same quality as new shocks

BlairC

interesting thought, zippy.

gx shocks are very expensive so a rebuild could be an interesting route to go. i think you would have problems finding the seals, etc. but it might be worth putting in a call to some of the speciality shock outfits to determine if they can rebuild OEM shocks - king and fox come to mind. but that is with zero research.

clubsport

ok so oem shocks are expensive... compared to labor/parts cost for a rebuild... labor cost for install...

labor cost for install in case of early breakdown of rebuilt shocks (not the same durability as a new shock that's a guarantee)...

anyone else with differing opinion?

mann777

Most of the rebuild guys would swear that they confirm to OEM standards, But nobody does, it is just "Bul****!. Nobody in the Rebuild industry would replace the SS Liner in the Cores and piston as that is what would require for a complete rebuild. It probably costs millions of dollars to develop and purchase the machinery and tooling to manufacture shocks. The actual cylinder, piston, valving and seals are enclosed in a completely sealed and pressed together assembly - no way to open it other than cutting it in half.They just change the seals and H/Oil. It will be back to the same issue after a month.
So Dont be misled by these guys. It is really unfortunate if you do it, would be at your own peril !.

zippymbr

Well thanks, I would do the work myself if I can find the parts. I will take some pics when I get it all apart. I'm rebuilding a carb today on a 67 mustang.