Mojave Shock Rebuild timeframe from Fox = maximum of 50,000 miles

[Rusty PW]

Ya saw those. Unfortunately mine is a 21 so coils all around. Trying to decide what shocks I should go with.

Bummer.

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[Brojave22]

I looked and the only Mojave kit I saw said no shocks…

Right but all the others lifts and shocks say doesn’t fit Mojave. This one doesn’t say anything about not fitting the Mojave, my point is I wonder if they forgot to add it or it will fit. Just have to reach out and find out.

 

[Freebooter]

I had some squeaking in the right rear when I went over bumps. Thought I had a bad shock. Sprayed all the fittings, arms and spring seat with Super synthetic lube and no more squeaking! Wonder how many issues are suspension issues and not the shocks?

 

[Brojave22]

RC hasnt gotten back to me but according to this site they do fit the mojave link pretty inexpensive throw away shocks

 

[yoda13]

RC hasnt gotten back to me but according to this site they do fit the mojave link pretty inexpensive throw away shocks

Well, the Mojave uses m14 bolts on front shocks, the others, m12. Unless they have two different versions of the shock, or are selling an adaptor of some type, like Icon does then they would only fit if you drill them out, but they would if you did that…

 

[seven30]

Is there anyone out there with a Mojave that has reported noticeable degradation in the factory shock performance? I can't help but think that Fox's recommended service intervals are conservative, especially for vehicles driven mostly on road.

The rebuild intervals are to maintain proper performance not failure limits. When the Mojave is driven hard offroad the fluid will degrade faster. To keep it working as designed it need to be cleaned and refilled and of course its going to get a fresh seal.

I have 30k but mostly hwy miles so mine still handle bounding about well. But, Id like to have a refresh except for the 2month turnaround.

The factory valving is matched to the vehicle which is rarely the case on aftermarket shocks.

 

[Brojave22]

Well, the Mojave uses m14 bolts on front shocks, the others, m12. Unless they have two different versions of the shock, or are selling an adaptor of some type, like Icon does then they would only fit if you drill them out, but they would if you did that…

so your saying this Icon adapter kit would be whats need to fit these front shocks? which is still relatively cheap. Cant tell if this adapter is a universal adapter or just specific to there shocks, id imagine it would fit any shock, m14 is m14 on all shocks. Icon doesnt have any pictures on there site of the adapter. They have universal shocks that are also cheap from $188 -$292 if anyone is actually looking for a solution, but ill reference this when I need to send my shocks away. shocks shocks

 

[yoda13]

so your saying this Icon adapter kit would be whats need to fit these front shocks? which is still relatively cheap. Cant tell if this adapter is a universal adapter or just specific to there shocks, id imagine it would fit any shock, m14 is m14 on all shocks. Icon doesnt have any pictures on there site of the adapter. They have universal shocks that are also cheap from $188 -$292 if anyone is actually looking for a solution, but ill reference this when I need to send my shocks away. shocks shocks

I, too, wondered if they would work on any shock…I don’t know.

 

[jac04]

I have 30k but mostly hwy miles so mine still handle bounding about well.

That's good news.

 

[Brojave22]

I, too, wondered if they would work on any shock…I don’t know.

Could be another option to fit any shock but once again no picture... shocks

 

[yoda13]

Could be another option to fit any shock but once again no picture... shocks

I’ve seen those as well. Those are cheap enough to order and just try. At that price, they may just be new bushings.

 

[CrazyCooter]

Here’s what rear Fox 2.5 adjustables sound like after less than 10k miles…$1500.00 shocks should not sound or perform like this in such little time. They have seen zero off-road use btw.

Thats just dry seals? Little silicone spray on the shaft will fix that right up!

 

[CrazyCooter]

Yeah for about a week.Then back to it. I don’t take this truck off-road, it’s in SoCal so it’s not like it’s in any harsh weather and they have less than 10k miles. My point is that for 1500 a set I should not have to do anything especially this soon.

Maybe use a thicker lube like Sil-Glide? That you are not using the truck hard is probably the issue. If you got some heat into the shock and there was a microscopic leak that lubed the shafts they wouldn't be sticky/squeaking?

I've had my rear 2.5's squeak before, but now after 22K miles and working them probably harder than 99% of the members here, it never happens. I have also been into my shocks about 14 times over the past 5 months, so they are getting regularly cleaned too.

In my opinion, this is why the manufacturers shouldn't really be offering these packages to people who don't use them and understand there is different maintenance with high performance components. Mall crawlers buy Rubicons and Mojaves for a fashion statement then bitch about the poor fuel economy, ride quality, or maintenance interval?

I suggest to my "Poser" clients to buy the cheaper base model, then add stickers, spring spacers, and take off wheels to create the persona of the desired package if that's all they want....... To me it's stupid, but people want to flaunt gold chains, LV purses, and high trim vehicles while racking up huge debt and eating Top Ramen to afford the payments on equipment they will never benefit from? Not me........I buy what suits the intended use.

 

[calipoontappa]

Maybe use a thicker lube like Sil-Glide? That you are not using the truck hard is probably the issue. If you got some heat into the shock and there was a microscopic leak that lubed the shafts they wouldn't be sticky/squeaking?

I've had my rear 2.5's squeak before, but now after 22K miles and working them probably harder than 99% of the members here, it never happens.I have also been into my shocks about 14 times over the past 5 months, to they are getting regularly cleaned too.

In my opinion, this is why the manufacturers shouldn't really be offering these packages to people who don't use them and understand there is different maintenance with high performance components. Mall crawler buy Rubicons and Mojaves for a fashion statement then bitch about the poor fuel economy, ride quality, or maintenance interval?

I suggest to my "Poser" clients to buy the cheaper base model, then add stickers, spring spacers, and take off wheels to create the persona of the desired package if that's all the want....... To me it's stupid, but people want to flaunt gold chains, LV purses, and high trim vehicles while racking up huge debt and eating Top Ramen to afford the payments on equipment they will never benefit from? Not me........I buy what suits the intended use.

Whether they are used for off-road or not has nothing to do with the fact that they should not need anything done to them other than cleaning before 10k miles. I have a JK that is fully built, used off-road and is meant to take a beating. I’m not buying a 60k truck adding 15-20k in high end products to take it off-road and treat it like my weekend off-roader. This truck was meat to be used as a truck to haul my trailer and to use the bed. That’s what trucks are really for, no gladiator will ever be as capable as my JK period.

So as a “poser” yeah I except more from a set of $1500 shocks especially when the manufacturer states seals/service is to be done at 50k miles if not used off-road. I clean the shocks and have used grease as well to lube them but it still comes back after a few weeks. No where does it state they should be greased every couple of weeks. These shocks were purchased to get a better ride vs the stock shocks. If I wanted a set for off-roading I would’ve gotten some King coil overs.

As for your statement that manufactures shouldn’t offer to people not using them for what they are meant for is just plain ignorant… I’m sure manufacturers/dealers are going to be like, “Hey are you using your truck to go off-road or just to use as a truck??? Just a truck??? Ok we can’t sell you a Rubicon/Mohave” only a base sport for you!

 

[CrazyCooter]

Whether they are used for off-road or not has nothing to do with the fact that they should not need anything done to them other than cleaning before 10k miles. I have a JK that is fully built, used off-road and is meant to take a beating. I’m not buying a 60k truck adding 15-20k in high end products to take it off-road and treat it like my weekend off-roader. This truck was meat to be used as a truck to haul my trailer and to use the bed. That’s what trucks are really for, no gladiator will ever be as capable as my JK period.

So as a “poser” yeah I except more from a set of $1500 shocks especially when the manufacturer states seals/service is to be done at 50k miles if not used off-road. I clean the shocks and have used grease as well to lube them but it still comes back after a few weeks. No where does it state they should be greased every couple of weeks. These shocks were purchased to get a better ride vs the stock shocks. If I wanted a set for off-roading I would’ve gotten some King coil overs.

As for your statement that manufactures shouldn’t offer to people not using them for what they are meant for is just plain ignorant… I’m sure manufacturers/dealers are going to be like, “Hey are you using your truck to go off-road or just to use as a truck??? Just a truck??? Ok we can’t sell you a Rubicon/Mohave” only a base sport for you!

You would have better served by a Max Tow and add the Elocker if you think it needed it........Plain and simple. You get the wide track axles and heavy springs....then you could have added your own low/mid level performance upgrade shocks.

High performance shocks need seals to withstand higher pressures and heat. What you are experiencing is a side effect of higher pressure and the seal material. Again, Mopar should not have sold a person like you this model without a signing a disclaimer.........

I don't sell my clients products that I know they will be unhappy with.......I will look bad in the end! Example: A client came in looking for an EVO Fusion coil over suspension system. I knew he was going to drive it daily, use it for work, and tow heavy trailers. I had him hop into a GenRite coil over LJ build I was finishing and he asked me what all that noise was when the coilover sliders moved. I told him this was not a 100K mile maintenance free option and sold him the Evo Enforcer overland suspension with Kings......A perfect balance between daily use, performance, and off road.

This guy can afford the supermodel girlfriend but I knew he did not have the patience to put up with her shit, so I talked him out of it.

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