Oh boy here we go... Ok, so I had my rear shock off of my 93 as I am bringing it to a shop to be recharged with nitrogen. I decided to pull the spring apart and replace the bottom out bumper because is has basically turned to ash. While inspecting the shock for anything else I noticed a couple of super tiny spots where it looks like the chrome plating has chipped. I have no clue how long it's been like this, but the shock doesn't leak. I can't feel any burrs when I run my finger over it but when I use my fingernail I can slightly feel it. Is this something I should be worried about, or am I just way over thinking this. (I really don't want to have to replace the shock shaft). Any help is appreciated. Thanks guys.
(The spot in question is the tiny black dot. I have circled it to me it easier to see)
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Isgc
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Re: Rear shock
Hit it with some 2000 grit sandpaper and WD-40. If you knock the sharp edges off you should be good. Go 45* to the seal and don't overdo it. Just enough to make it smooth.
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Re: Rear shock
Try what he said.
The shock comes apart to replace the bumper.
The shock comes apart to replace the bumper.
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