2G Shock rod dust cover?

[99gst_racer]

I'm putting my new suspension on soon, and I have a question first.

Should I worry about installing some sort of dust cover to protect the rod/shaft? My previous set-up had them, but my new Koni's don't say anything about using them.

What do you guys think? Critical or no?

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[Flash]

I think way back when I had my Eibach springs and KYB's they didn't use a dust cover and they were fine. But what the hell, why not run one? Better safe then sorry. But both sets of coilovers I have and have had use a dust cover.
I'd say run one, can't really hurt anything, only help.

 

[RamenPride]

But what the hell, why not run one? Better safe then sorry. But both sets of coilovers I have and have had use a dust cover.
I'd say run one, can't really hurt anything, only help.

I concur.

 

[99gst_racer]

My big problem is that I can't find covers anywhere. Thats why I question: Keep busting my ass looking for them or give up and not run them? I guess I'll keep looking for a few more days.

 

[jtmcinder]

Go get the smallest Rancho covers from any parts store. Then do a little cutting and they'll fit fine. You can even use the OE upper cups that held the stock covers.

- Jtoby

 

[99gst_racer]

I picked up a few Skyjacker boots and installed them last night. They dont look as goofy as I thought they would.

Thanks for the help, gentlemen.