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11-20-2017, 10:59 PM | #1 |
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2000 workhorse st350 shocks
I bought a used 2000 workhorse ST350. It need shocks I believe because as I'm riding it and hit some bumps the tires rub. Can someone please tell me the part numbers I need for front and rear shocks. I'm struggling to find a site that will provide it. Thank you in advance. New to the golf cart world.
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11-21-2017, 12:48 AM | #2 |
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Re: 2000 workhorse st350 shocks
What size wheels and tyres are fitted. It is unlikely to be shocks causing the rub, the ST350 is factory standard/stock with a small lift and i believe 20 or 22 inch tyres any bigger than this you may need to increase the lift. Is it just the fronts rubbing or the rears as well. Take a close look at the shocks too, just in case they are leaking oil, although this wont cause the rub, it will affect handling. Its most likely the tyre size or weak springs. Especially if it is just the front.
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11-21-2017, 07:46 AM | #3 |
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Re: 2000 workhorse st350 shocks
It has 22x11.00-10 tires on it. The shocks appear to be wore out and the bushings are dry cracked. I would like to replace them even if that isn't the problem. From what I can tell is the tires are rubbing on the wheel wells. This cart was neglected and sat out in the weather for approximately 6 years. It was in pretty rough condition when I got it. If I can figure out how to post a pic, I will post some of the clearance and the shocks. Thank you for your help!!
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11-21-2017, 08:12 AM | #4 |
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Re: 2000 workhorse st350 shocks
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11-21-2017, 08:13 AM | #5 |
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Re: 2000 workhorse st350 shocks
My 99 has issues with the front tires rubbing also with 22s yet my 08 with 23s doesn’t. Front suspension is different between the two. Hd front springs will help but not always.
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11-21-2017, 08:52 AM | #6 |
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Re: 2000 workhorse st350 shocks
If it is just the front that is a problem, and i am sure looking at stovebolts avatar he will agree, there is a simple way to lift the front if you have the stock front towbar socket, or using blocks between the frame and springs. (looks like stovebolt has done both LOL) if you want to go down this route, when you get new shocks you will probably have to order some shock extenders too. You can easily lift the rear to match as well without too much dollar.
Change your old tired shocks if you want, but i am sure it will not solve the rubbing! I wonder if you have different pattern tyres fitted to stock as some have a tendency to run wider and cause issues. The ST350 you can see in my avatar has 25 inch tyres and the 2" block lift between frame and springs over stock and that worked fine with no rubbing. |
11-21-2017, 06:50 PM | #7 |
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Re: 2000 workhorse st350 shocks
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11-21-2017, 07:34 PM | #8 |
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Re: 2000 workhorse st350 shocks
Save your money on the shocks, you need more lift.
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11-21-2017, 09:49 PM | #9 |
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Re: 2000 workhorse st350 shocks
Can you recommend a lift for me that is easy on the wallet?
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11-22-2017, 12:51 AM | #10 |
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Re: 2000 workhorse st350 shocks
Stovebolt will give you details as it is a while since i did mine but all you need is some two inch thick wall box section steel and some longer bolts, a drill and a couple of wrenches and shock extenders LOL. That will give you two inches lift. Plenty for what you need.
Fit the shock extenders at the top, it looks much better than at the bottom. It is a bit more work, but worth the effort. two blocks between the rear of the front springs and frame, and two for the rear axle. For the rear you could just fit home made longer spring shackles instead of axle blocks for the two inches to match the front Mind you, it does look like a front shock has leaked! so maybe new front shocks. The rears dont do as much work with those heavy duty springs so should still be fine. Is it my imagination or is the drivers side tyre closer to the arch than the passenger side? This can be corrected if nothing is bent, by removing the wheels and re aligning the springs. loosen the bolts at the rear of the springs ( you will need to lift the floor mat to do this) and measure diagonally between the rear and front of the springs ( left rear to right front and vice versa) and make sure the two measurements are the same, then bolt back up. This would be the time to fit the blocks and longer bolts. |
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