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  • Rear Shock Stone Guards

    I installed a 2" lift about a year ago. Bilstein shocks all round. I had a closer look under the car the other day and was surprised at how much damage was on the shocks. I average one camping trip a month and a third of those trips would have gravel roads. Not really a lot of offroad driving. I've done several trips to the beach and because the paint has chipped off it is rusting and looking quite ordinary.



    I had a look around at what was available and decided to come up with something a bit sturdier than what I could buy. 2mm stainless because there is no paint that will withstand the sandblasting from gravel and stones. Decided to make it 2 part to protect the bolt and provide a bit more bracing.

    First part wraps under the shock and bolts to the shock mount also.


    Shock guard then bolts to the side of the bracket and protects the shock and lower bolt head




    Pretty happy with the way they turn out. Still plenty of clearance around the shock for cooling and articulation. Holes and openings on the bottom to allow mud and dirt to drain away.

  • #2
    Neat job and very nice!
    [B]Steve[/B]

    2010 Silver GXL Prado 150, D4D Auto, with a few non standard bits

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    • #3
      Tin,

      They look good, I hope you are thinking of making a batch for sale? If so put me down fora pair.

      Aidan
      2015 GX Prado 3L Auto, in the process of being fitted out.

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      • #4
        Me too. I'll have a set.
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        • #5
          tin175 how much the stone guard . i want one if you have some for me....Ta....Teddy pm me [email protected]

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          • #6
            Odd, My Bilsteins came with stone guards with them from supplier, did you not get any supplied?

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            • #7
              Originally posted by MYT150 View Post
              Tin,

              They look good, I hope you are thinking of making a batch for sale? If so put me down fora pair.

              Aidan
              I'll get some pricing together for an economical batch. Give me a week or so as I will be away for the rest of the week.

              Originally posted by Piggy View Post
              Odd, My Bilsteins came with stone guards with them from supplier, did you not get any supplied?
              I read that the some people had guards come with their shocks. I bought the rears separately. Maybe they throw them in when you buy a complete lift kit.

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              • #8
                I'm interested in a set as well.

                Cheers, Nova

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                • #9
                  Put me down for a set please Tin.
                  Graphite 2013 "Altitude" with an expanding wishlist.

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                  • #10
                    Hey tin175 add me on the list as well please (will they fit the 120 series ??)

                    that is a well thought out option !!

                    my shocks are the other way around so the shaft is exposed at the bottom

                    thanks James
                    2008 Dune D4D manual GXL update - with lots of fruit !! + Roma Razorback Off Road Van

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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by Razorback81 View Post
                      Hey tin175 add me on the list as well please (will they fit the 120 series ??)

                      that is a well thought out option !!

                      my shocks are the other way around so the shaft is exposed at the bottom

                      thanks James
                      From the photos I could find on PP and google they look to be the same mount on the 120 and 150. I would say they would fit an FJ too. I'll be on a trip with a 120 over Easter so I'll pop my head under to have a look. Can anyone else confirm?

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                      • #12
                        Ditto that, I'd be interested too.

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                        • #13
                          Well built they look strong and durable,just got to watch ARB and TJM don't copy your design.

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                          • #14
                            I've got a pair of beaten up Bilsteins too so please add me to your list of shockguard customers Tin.

                            Thanks.
                            ZR

                            [url]http://www.pradopoint.com/showthread.php?28607-GUV-s-ZR[/url]

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                            • #15
                              Originally posted by a1mbm View Post
                              Well built they look strong and durable,just got to watch ARB and TJM don't copy your design.
                              ARB already do a version. I've got them on my 120
                              [SIZE=2]120 GXL D4D Auto, with a 'List of Wants' greater than the 'List of Needs' greater than the 'List of Haves'
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