These brand - new 7 - piece shock hardware kits from Fox in 2021 are a game - changer. The kits feature 2 crush washers with raised domed portions. Before installation, simply depress these domes to match the exact width of the hollow pin. This eliminates any slack and gets rid of play between the frame and hardware. The hardware is backward - compatible with older shocks. Each kit comes with the bushings and hardware for one shock eyelet, so you'll need 2 kits for a full shock. Included in the kit are 1 black hollow pin, 2 beige flanged bushings, 2 thin O - rings, 2 black Delrin spacers, and 2 black crush washers. Note that shock mounting bolts are not included as they are frame - specific and come with your bike. Assembly is straightforward. First, install the flanged bushings either by hand or using a soft - jawed vice. Then, place the black hollow pin and center it in the shock eyelet. Next, put the o - rings in the recesses of each flanged bushing. After that, install the black Delrin spacers and the black crush washers with the domed parts facing out. Finally, use a soft - jawed vice to compress the domes on the crush washers until the jaws hit the pin. Now your hardware is ready to be fitted on the bike.

Using your Fox 7 Piece Rear Shock Mounting Reducer Kit is easy. First, gather all the parts from the kit. Remember, you need two kits for a full shock. For assembly, start by installing the flanged bushings by hand or with a soft - jawed vice. Then, put in the black hollow pin and make sure it's centered in the shock eyelet. Place the o - rings in the right spots on the bushings. Add the black Delrin spacers and the black crush washers with the domes facing out. Use a soft - jawed vice to compress the domes on the crush washers until the jaws touch the pin. When it comes to maintenance, regularly check the hardware for any signs of wear or looseness. If you notice any play between the frame and the hardware, you may need to adjust the crush washers again. Also, keep the parts clean to ensure smooth operation. As for the shock mounting bolts, since they come with your bike, make sure they are tightened properly according to your bike's specifications.