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Charging nitrogen shocks?

Posted:
October 28th, 2014, 3:50 pm
by JBWeld
I have some coilovers on my truck and I'd like to up the PSI in them. Can someone help me out with a contact to someone that will do it while they are on the vehicle? They had 40 and 60 PSI in them and I had them charged to 150 and it's still not riding right. Thanks.
Re: Charging nitrogen shocks?

Posted:
October 29th, 2014, 12:55 pm
by Desert Dog
did you just put them on?
With coilovers, PSI actually has the LEAST to do with ride quality. Valving and spring rates have the most effect. Most companies recommend to run 200psi in their coilovers to prevent the oil from foaming, then tune ride quality with valve shims and spring rates.
I have a nitro kit you can borrow if you need one (just have it filled for me if you run it low). G&G off-road can also charge your shocks for a nominal fee.
Re: Charging nitrogen shocks?

Posted:
October 29th, 2014, 6:11 pm
by JBWeld
I've had them on for a few months now. I know that upping the PSI isn't the right way to tune them but it's a quick insurance to make sure I have enough pressure on the IFP since they were filled under full weight. They are the factory replacement ones for my F150 that are supposed to valved and have the correct spring rate for my application. I've already spoke to GG and he won't do it on the truck. Thanks for the offer, I'll let you know.