Another F55 shock failure
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Another F55 shock failure
Well I guess it is my turn. Right front shock is leaking, has not failed totally but it is on its way. Now the question is to replace this one shock or move on to coil overs.
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If you do want to remove the MSRC system, there are several owners on the Forum that have done it.
I know Wayne O has removed his and he can tell you what you need to do to deactivate the system.
Bob
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If your primary use is for the track, then coil-overs are a good choice. If your use is mostly street, just replace the shock and continue to enjoy the car. Several of us are near or have passed the 100K mark without a failure, so your issue is abnormal.
Some are available on here occasionally and Pfadt says they do a swap out sometimes. I'd also check with junkyards, because F55 cars are not immune from accidents.
Some are available on here occasionally and Pfadt says they do a swap out sometimes. I'd also check with junkyards, because F55 cars are not immune from accidents.
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From: Everett Wa
If your primary use is for the track, then coil-overs are a good choice. If your use is mostly street, just replace the shock and continue to enjoy the car. Several of us are near or have passed the 100K mark without a failure, so your issue is abnormal.
Some are available on here occasionally and Pfadt says they do a swap out sometimes. I'd also check with junkyards, because F55 cars are not immune from accidents.
Some are available on here occasionally and Pfadt says they do a swap out sometimes. I'd also check with junkyards, because F55 cars are not immune from accidents.
