Synergy 8022-X - Jeep JK Synergy Stage 2 Suspension System - Manual (Page 18)

18. INSTALL LOWER SHOCK RELOCATION BRACKETS AND SWAY BAR
LINKS
• Cut off the factory lower shock brackets using a grinder with a cut off wheel or a
Sawz-all. Grind the weld smooth.
Figure 18-1 Figure 18-2
• The rear lower shock relocation bracket position can vary depending on the
combination of the bump stop spacer height, shock length and control arm length.
We recommend that you cycle the suspension to correctly position the new lower shock
brackets to optimize your suspension travel. If you are using these shock relocation
brackets with the Synergy suspension system the following table will help you determine
which set of holes in the shock relocation bracket to use without cycling the suspension.
These hole positions are based on using the
Synergy 8068 rear shocks, 8058 (3”) or 8076 (4”) rear bump stop spacers and our
recommended rear upper and lower control arm lengths. If you are using anything other
than this combination of parts, you should cycle the rear suspension to get the correct
lower shock bracket position.
• Remove the jounce bumpers but leave any bump stop extension brackets installed.
Jack the rear axle up to compress the suspension until the bump stop spacer hits the metal
cup that holds the jounce bumpers. This should be the highest the rear axle and
suspension will travel. See Figure 18-1.
• Install the new shock to the upper mount.
• Using the factory shock bolts, attach the shock relocation brackets to the bottom
bushing of the shock.
• Compress the shock and position the bracket on the back of the lower control arm
bracket to determine which set of holes to use. See Figure 18-3.