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Stock Rubicon shocks on a XJ... remove the 'boot' covers?

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Old Oct 24, 2009 | 01:02 PM
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Default Stock Rubicon shocks on a XJ... remove the 'boot' covers?

I'm using JK Rubicon shocks on my 3in lifted XJ. Should I remove the plastic shock covers or leave them on? I didn't know if an OEM shock has the same type of seal at the top as the aftermarket ones do. I would imagine so but I wanted to ask.
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Old Oct 24, 2009 | 01:03 PM
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they do, just take them off, all the boots do is cause rust so the shock fails sooner
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Old Oct 24, 2009 | 01:06 PM
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Just what I was looking for, a quick answer. One more question for those looking, the Rubicon is a....monotube gas shock?
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Old Oct 24, 2009 | 01:07 PM
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yes and so is a twin tube
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Old Oct 24, 2009 | 01:10 PM
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So the Rubicon shocks are mono-tube gas. Alright. Thanks again.
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