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2 used h&r struts..one i can push the rod in, and the other it barely moves..what gives?

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Old 06-06-2007, 07:11 AM
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Default 2 used h&r struts..one i can push the rod in, and the other it barely moves..what gives?

So i have 2 used h&r struts. One is alot newer than the other one. The new one if i push it against the ground i can push it in pretty easy. The older one alot harder to push in, and barely goes in at all. What the deal here? Also, the older one isnt leaking a drop, so its not blown or anything like that. Atleast i hope.
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Default H&R's are high pressure.

The one that's easy to push in is probably no good. Both shocks should push back similarly.
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I've been replacing H&R's as of late and the ones that i could push in were the blown ones. The brand new ones as well as a 'good' used one i couldnt push. (Moved half an inch before the rod dug into my hand)

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i'm looking for one rear shock for my street co-s (b5 s4) if u have a good rear and wanna sell ..
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hey Mikey can u get H&R replacement parts at all ?
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Hey I have a used set you could use some parts for. Throw me a couple bucks.
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Nevermind. I have Ultras.
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i'd take whatever man .. calling in 5 min..
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Shoot me an email of what you need.
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Default i think Matt has everything i need ;))

thank you much !
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