Install issue between Viking da shocks and ftbr toe links

[boost21]

Any 03/04 cobra people running Viking double adjustable shocks and full tilt toe links? I can't seem to get the two to cooperate without hitting. I can't get the IRS mount to line up without putting pressure on the shock. Do I have something wrong here? Shocks and toe links didn't come with instructions so doing my best guessing here

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[John M]

you could machine the inner bushing down still a tight fit

 

[03' White Snake]

Are the shocks meant for IRS? Most shocks and struts say they are not for IRS.

I do not have any clearance issues with my D Specs. They are also smaller at the bolt end, then get larger after they clear the toe link.

 

[boost21]

you could machine the inner bushing down still a tight fit

I might try spacing them with a small stack of washers and see if it clears. If so Ill mill down the original. Just dont want to ruin it if for some reason there is something else wrong

Are the shocks meant for IRS? Most shocks and struts say they are not for IRS.

I do not have any clearance issues with my D Specs. They are also smaller at the bolt end, then get larger after they clear the toe link.

Yeah Viking makes these specificially for the IRS. Part number B225. Seems like they are picking up on popularity but not really any installed pictures to compare to.

 

[boost21]

Just as a follow up. Spacing the shock less than the original solid bushing will allow clearance between the two. I should have the car back togeather and will report back if any further issues arise

 

[MG0h3]

damn. Did you ever call Viking? The way everything articulates you should have contact but still, sucks they didnt fit right.

 

[boost21]

damn. Did you ever call Viking? The way everything articulates you should have contact but still, sucks they didnt fit right.

I plan to reach out to them today. I will eventually be milling the original bushing down but for now I will try the spacers. I posted a few places to see if anyone has ran this combo and it seemed like nobody really has. Everything looks like great parts, just bummed to hit this bump in the road. I will note that the stock end links with these shocks did have clearance for anyone wondering.

 

[John M]

the car is on jack stands so when it sits down the toe links should give you a little more room in there

 

[boost21]

Just as a follow up. Upon further investigation when the previous owner powder coated the IRS assembly he left the shock washers on the arms which then appeared to be part of it after being coated. Knocked them off with a screw driver and hammer and all now fits well! 15's not clear and the shocks are working nicely!

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