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Old Jun 30, 2010 | 09:54 AM
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So i installed Tokico blues all around and installed H&R sport springs.
stance is great but now when ever i travel over a bump there is a loud thump from the back.
could it be that the diff is hitting the stopper on the underbody?
Is it wise to trim these stoppers slightly to increase suspension travel?

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Old Jun 30, 2010 | 10:05 AM
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I'm not sure if hitting the stopper would make alot of noise.
Go over your work. Make sure the shock absorber bolts are tight.

Before you trim any stoppers. Check the driveshaft clearance. If the stopper is trimmed, it may hit.
Old Jun 30, 2010 | 12:33 PM
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If you installed the smaller pinion snubber that should have been included with your H&R springs I wouldn't trim it.

Old Jun 30, 2010 | 04:35 PM
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rear end might be hitting your tail pipes if your running any
Old Jul 1, 2010 | 10:56 AM
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Originally Posted by ALMOST STOCK
If you installed the smaller pinion snubber that should have been included with your H&R springs I wouldn't trim it.

THanks. it seems that i over looked that part. it was still in the spring box. installed last night and so far so good.

i double check all the bolts and they are good and i still have enough clearance re/ the tail pipes.

Thanks everyone.
Old Jul 11, 2010 | 06:28 AM
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Hey you have any before and after pics of your fox? I was reading your thread and looked up the H&R springs and the Tokico struts and shocks and it seems like a pretty good combo but seems like my front tire would rub if it was to be lowered another 1.5"?? Are you running the stock tire sizes on there right now?
Old Jan 29, 2011 | 03:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Nemesis_5.0
Hey you have any before and after pics of your fox? I was reading your thread and looked up the H&R springs and the Tokico struts and shocks and it seems like a pretty good combo but seems like my front tire would rub if it was to be lowered another 1.5"?? Are you running the stock tire sizes on there right now?
damn sry for the late response dude.
the pic in my sig is stock unfortunately my camera is busted so no pics as of yet
tire size is 245/50/16 and yes im getting some rub issues up front.
Old Jan 29, 2011 | 07:53 PM
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Your rubbing issues are due to having the increased wheel/tire size and not the newer fenders and splash shields....
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