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Old Mar 31, 2013 | 10:34 AM
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Bilstein 5100's

I purchased Bilstein 5100's for all four corners which several web sites say I have the correct shocks (Front & Back). Only problem is that the top arbor pin is 5/8" and the shock ID is ~1/2". The bottom ID on the Shock is 5/8" and the bolt is 1/2". I checked with a local parts store and they confirmed I have the correct Shocks. I'm at a loss with this puzzle. Any suggestions how to fix this and still use these Bilstein shocks? Thanks Jim
 
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Old Mar 31, 2013 | 11:06 AM
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Turn the shock over. Look at the drain holes on the schock boot and the label, they will be at the right orientation if the shock is boot side down. I questioned mine when I bought them too!
 
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Old Mar 31, 2013 | 11:09 AM
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Turn the shock over. Look at the drain holes on the schock boot and the label, they will be at the right orientation if the shock is boot side down. I questioned mine when I bought them too!
Yep. Boots down.
 
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Old Apr 1, 2013 | 06:43 AM
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Thanks for the information. Just didn't look right but it makes sense. Jim
 
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