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Old Nov 20, 2014 | 09:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Noah Burns
You can tell viking what size bushing/bolt you're working with an they'll set you up.
BTDT, nope.

Need a 14mm ID bushing with 3/4" OD. Even a 19mm OD would probably work. End of the day, if you're using a steel bushing, you'll need a consistent bolt shaft size with the appropriate sized sleeve for the proper fit.

I can hear my shocks on every bump, etc. Even JasonZ29 noticed at the track when I was standing on the rear bumper and jumping on it.
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Old Nov 21, 2014 | 10:37 AM
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BTDT??

I'll get some measurements today and see what's going to have to happen. If I find anything I'll let you know.
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Old Nov 21, 2014 | 03:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Noah Burns
BTDT??

I'll get some measurements today and see what's going to have to happen. If I find anything I'll let you know.
Been there, done that. I called Viking and a couple of other places. They weren't interested in modding the bushings.
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Old Nov 21, 2014 | 04:05 PM
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Weird, they told me to just let them know what size bolt I had and theyd fix me up.
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Old Nov 23, 2014 | 10:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Noah Burns
Weird, they told me to just let them know what size bolt I had and theyd fix me up.
What size did you tell them?
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Old Nov 23, 2014 | 11:00 AM
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Bliss. I wish I would've thought if this sooner.

At least temporarily, I've fixed my upper shock mount rattle. I did two wraps of duct tape around the bolt shank. Tightens up the gap and gets rid of the metal-to-metal contact.

It'll work until I can get custom upper shock bushings made or I do something different with the rear like shock relocation.
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Old Nov 24, 2014 | 12:46 AM
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couldn't find any bailing wire?
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Old Nov 24, 2014 | 12:49 AM
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Nothing like duct taping the shocks on a brand new truck. lol
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I'm still excited to see how this all fairs out. Patiently waiting, I'd love to order a set of coilovers for the spring. The front is just too soft in mine right now, a stiffer, more balanced setup would definitely be a benefit.
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