Flaming River Dual Adjustable Shocks User Manual
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7.
Reassemble the lower a-arm and the spindle.
Torque the spindle nut to factory specifications and 
insert the cotter pin.
8.
Reattach the wheels and verify everything has
been torqued to the specifications defined by the ve-
hicle’s manufacturer. 
9.
Carefully place the car on the ground to check
clearances again. Lightly bounce the vehicle at each 
corner to verify that there are not any clearance 
issues. 
10.
Measure the ride height as you did prior to
installation and ensure that there is sufficient travel in 
both directions. Ideally, 60% of the shock stroke will 
be available for compression. INCORRECT RIDE HEIGHT 
COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE SHOCK THAT IS NOT 
COVERED UNDER WARRANTY.
Front Smooth Body Installation
Rear Smooth Body Installation
1.
If applicable, install one stud washer and one
bushing (half of the shock stud bushing pack) onto the 
stud on the upper mount.
2.
Mount the upper portion of the shock.
Depending on application, you may
have a T-Bar or Stud on top of your
shock.
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