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Used TCS shocks
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Posted by: FoxHondaRider

I am looking at some front TCS rezzie shocks. They are used shocks. Now what could possibly be bad on them? I mean I want to buy them but if there is somthing that will cost more than what i paid for them its not worth buying them. What do you guys think?

Posted by: svahle

I'm certainly no expert, but primarily I would check to see if there is any fluid leaking. How are the bushings on the shock mounts? Any cracked/broken springs? Are the shafts bent or pitted? Just check them over closely and look for anything amiss.

One thing that can be pricey is having them resprung and revalved for your weight, riding style, length of a-arms, etc. If they aren't already set up how you would want them you could spend a few hundred bucks having them changed. Our site sponsor C&D can tell you prices on having them serviced, resprung, revalved, etc.

I can tell you I have some experience with TCS shocks and they are some of the best bang for the buck when it comes to aftermarket shocks. I feel they are a very nice shock at a competitve price.

Hopefully others with more knowledge than me will chime in. Good luck.

Posted by: FoxHondaRider

well thats just it, i am buying them used and I dont have them yet so I cant check them out. All I see is pictures. They look perfect but looks dont mean they arent bent or something. I cant afford any other suspension besides Works and this was an alternative but being used and all.

Posted by: JOEX

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Originally posted by FoxHondaRider
well thats just it, i am buying them used and I dont have them yet so I cant check them out. All I see is pictures. They look perfect but looks dont mean they arent bent or something. I cant afford any other suspension besides Works and this was an alternative but being used and all.

Has the seller said what the shocks are set up for?
Rider weight
A-arm length
Riding style & ability

If they don't match you then look elswhere. Don't tell the seller what your specs are, ask what they are set up for otherwise the seller may just say 'Yea, they'll be perfect for you' when they may not be.

Posted by: FoxHondaRider

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Originally posted by JOEX
Has the seller said what the shocks are set up for?
Rider weight
A-arm length
Riding style & ability

If they don't match you then look elswhere. Don't tell the seller what your specs are, ask what they are set up for otherwise the seller may just say 'Yea, they'll be perfect for you' when they may not be.

yep i know because they dont care after they have the money in hand and you have the shocks. I said no because they werent set up right for me. He said +1 or +2 a-arms and a 180-200lbs rider. He said they should fit stock a-arms so i said no its ok i'm not interested because they are nothing like what i want specs wise. I need like a 150-175lb shock set up for stock arms and trail/mx type riding

Posted by: JOEX

Good choice