Mot will be due soon and all the shock boots/dust covers are split. Can't find them listed on the epc and all the online parts stores I've tried so far either have no stock or aren't listed.
Where have you got yours from?
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Re: Shock absorber boots
Best to just get them from Mazda directly. They aren't too pricey.
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Re: Shock absorber boots
Mazda Europe hasn't got any stock left, neither has MX5Parts https://www.mx5parts.co.uk/front-shock- ... -4090.html (yes, those are the same as ours) or the Club Shop https://shop.rx8oc.co.uk/RX-8_front_sus ... 72001.aspx
They aren't required for the MOT, so "split" isn't an issue for that.
If they're totally shredded then just cut the loose bits away with sharp knife and apply silicone grease to the exposed damper rods.
They don't exist on the rear shocks, only the front.
They aren't required for the MOT, so "split" isn't an issue for that.
If they're totally shredded then just cut the loose bits away with sharp knife and apply silicone grease to the exposed damper rods.
They don't exist on the rear shocks, only the front.
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Re: Shock absorber boots
Ah rip. I'm sure someone said not too long ago they had some off Mazda after the club shop didn't have stock.
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Re: Shock absorber boots
Individual dealers might have old stock still on their shelves, not showing on Mazda Europe inventory
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Re: Shock absorber boots
Gotcha.
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There's very little point applying grease to the damper rods, the wiper seal will scrape it off anyway, dirt will stick to it, and all you'll do is basically stick what is now grinding paste right against the shaft and seal. Give them a wipe with some WD or a light oil if you must but otherwise leave them clean and dry.
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Re: Shock absorber boots
Could you use the shock boots as fitted to motorcycle shocks.
Or failing that a old motorcycle inner tube cut to suit.
Or failing that a old motorcycle inner tube cut to suit.
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nick found these worked and i did get a pair for mine but then managed to get the mazda parts.
nick found these worked and i did get a pair for mine but then managed to get the mazda parts.
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Tim at RX Motors had a set when I needed some. Might be worth dropping him a line.
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Re: Shock absorber boots
Thanks for all your replies, got some ordered. I'll let you know how I get on.
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