KYB Strut Update!

[CASTREX]

But isn't it true that when we cut the bump stoper (I did per tanabes recomendation) we are keeping the stock travel for the shock? Or something like that...

[Moose]

Originally Posted by CASTREX

But isn't it true that when we cut the bump stoper (I did per tanabes recomendation) we are keeping the stock travel for the shock? Or something like that...

While cutting the bumpstop does help the travel get close to stock specs (there is still a much higher stress level on the strut, anyway because the piston sits lower in the tube), the ride is much rougher. I try to use a strut that is proven to perform well with a lowered ride height, and trim as little from the bump stop as possible. Research is the key- some struts just aren't meant for lowered ride heights, while others are engineered specifically for them, and little or no cutting of the bumpstop is required.