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February 21: LR shock bracket damage, 94758 . . .

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  • 94758 Arrived today for its regular maintenance service.

    94758 Arrived today for its regular maintenance service.

  • I noticed something strange while performing the service.

    I noticed something strange while performing the service.

  • The photos above and below show impact damage to the LR lower shock absorber bolt and bracket.

    The photos above and below show impact damage to the LR lower shock absorber bolt and bracket.

  • It looks like the bottom of the shock was impact damaged at some point.

    It looks like the bottom of the shock was impact damaged at some point.

  • The impact bent the lower shock bolt upward.

    The impact bent the lower shock bolt upward.

  • This will only become a problem when the shock needs to be replaced.  The bolt and bracket are welded in place.  So the fix for this is going to involve some cutting and welding.

    This will only become a problem when the shock needs to be replaced. The bolt and bracket are welded in place. So the fix for this is going to involve some cutting and welding.

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