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Message started by GostThumper on 09/08/13 at 13:07:02

Title: Help rear shock top nut broke
Post by GostThumper on 09/08/13 at 13:07:02

Just got some nice new 11.5" progressive shocks & while taking off 1 of the top nut that retain the shock the bolt broke off in the nut UGH! (the previous owner had a strap break while trailerin & damaged quite a bit ground down shock & may have weaken or broke bolt?). Bolt looks like part of frame so not sure if it can be replaced or thinking of having guy that welded on smaller muffler weld the bolt back on (w/nut still on it LOL). Wondering if any have had this problem, if my idea would be safe(not break again later :o ) & if it could be welded w/o damaging the new shock/grommet/etc (since the nut is still on the broken bolt)? Heres pix of the damaged stock shock & broken bolt in the nut on the new shock on bike, thanx for any imput or ideas!

Title: Re: Help rear shock top nut broke
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 09/08/13 at 13:42:53

Well,, that nut just acts as a keeper. YOu can drill &tap & run a bolt in with a washer.

Title: Re: Help rear shock top nut broke
Post by GostThumper on 09/08/13 at 14:46:42

Another pic of shock on bike, broken bolt in the nut on the shock & stock ground down shock LOL! Thanx again for any help!

Title: Re: Help rear shock top nut broke
Post by GostThumper on 09/08/13 at 14:48:35

Thanx Justin, that might be a better idea!

Title: Re: Help rear shock top nut broke
Post by WD on 09/08/13 at 15:44:13

Why couldn't I get that lucky? Perfect excuse for a weld on hardtail, chain conversion and decent seat.

Some guys have all the luck... ;)

Title: Re: Help rear shock top nut broke
Post by GostThumper on 09/11/13 at 21:48:55

LOL Im into comfort, I bought the Progressives to raise up the back, put a 150/90-15 and have a more standard style! :)

Title: Re: Help rear shock top nut broke
Post by GostThumper on 09/25/13 at 22:57:24

Talked w/handy guy who said taping might weaken arm too much so ended up welding washer to bolt then nut on for looks mostly, seems to be holding up fine so far! :)

Title: Re: Help rear shock top nut broke
Post by ToesNose on 09/26/13 at 04:16:20

I bet it'll hold up fine, there's not a lot of lateral pressure exerted on the shocks.

Title: Re: Help rear shock top nut broke
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 09/26/13 at 23:01:53

Welding is a fine answer..