g1 front shocks

[mj_355]

I have just installed a jakes lift on my g1. After I installed the 22" tires I realzed a camber problem. So I tried changing the jake the upper shock mount holes. it is bad like this /--\. So im wondering if jakes made a mistake in the front upper shock mounts or if my shocks are just wore out badly? Im fine with buying new front shocks. I already am going to install new oem honda 400ex shocks in the rear.

[yamarancher]

Did you move your top shock mounts down ?

[mj_355]

I tried all 3 of the upper mount holes

[TheWiltz]

Shocks only control bounce, they do not hold anything up. So if your shocks are worn out you would simply have a bouncy ride. Any sag or camber issue would likely be worn, bent, or improperly installed springs.

If you you are just fishing for a way to justify getting new front shocks then, yes it must be worn shocks!!!

[mj_355]

I know shocks control bounce. But I dont think I can get just springs can I? So I would just buy the assembly (shock, spring).

[JcXtreme72]

G1's have a coil over shock/spring setup so you can't run with out the shocks. After I lifted my G2 I went with some honda 400EX shocks off ebay. Cost me about $50 with shipping. Honestly I wish I spent the little more and went with the Honda 450R shocks they are stiffer and have a remote res. The 400EX shocks are way way too soft even on the highest preload. When I hit reverse I'm almost driving on side walls.

[mj_355]

I know that the shocks and coil spring are one peice. I wonder if the coil springs are wore out. I dont know how to check them. I know in the rear I wanna change oem shocks to honda 400ex or something stiffer to help load carrying capacity. But I dont know what year works the best

[JcXtreme72]

All year 400ex's were built to the same specs. If you want stiffer get the 450R shocks. If you have the money I'd really suggest you go with those ones.

[mj_355]

What mods to install honda 400ex or 450r on the front and rear? jcxtreme72 I found some new oem honds 400ex shocks for 50.00 each free shipping. I wonder how cheap I can find the 450r shocks for.

[JcXtreme72]

They bolt right in if you have a lift. If not you'll have to make some higher top mounts. $50 each is a bit much for 400ex shocks look on ebay I've seen them any where from $45 - $65 a pair.