Rubber stopper on shock shaft

[Dynofox]

Does the shock need to be completely taken apart to replace the rubber bumper on the shock shaft?

[Mr. Sandman]

Yes it does. It comes apart fairly easily, just make sure everything goes back toogether exactly the same way.

[Dynofox]

Do I need to take it to a shop that works on shocks? Right now I have the spring off, just wasn't sure if taking it any further apart requires special tools.

[Mr. Sandman]

I took mine apart to replace the bumper but ended up having a shop rebuild and recharge it. No special tools required other than compressed air to blow the seals/shaft and dampening plates out, but it was easier to have the shop do it in the long run.

[Xowner]

what shop will rebuild them and whats the ball park figure?

[Mr. Sandman]

Do a search on the net or check with your local bike shop. The typical cost depending on required replacement parts, plus oil & nitrogen is $75-$100.