Since the boot doesn't actually *fit* the Koni body, it doesn't do much
anyway(other than tear and worry owners..<g>).
Out of 5 or 6 friends I know with Koni equipped Miatas, none have failed in
over 3 years. I wouldn't bother worrying about it.
Oh, the boots are about $18/each new.
-Brian
'99 Miata
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-autox@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-autox@autox.team.net]On
> Behalf Of Craig Blome
> Sent: Saturday, May 13, 2000 9:07 PM
> To: autox@autox.team.net
> Subject: Miata Koni's & torn shock boot
>
>
> Hey all,
>
> Question for Miata-crossers running Koni shocks. I
> found a torn shock boot the other day whilst changing
> tires. I don't think it's a serious problem since the
> boots don't seal to the Koni shock body, but the idea
> of exposing the delicate shaft seal to dirt has always
> vaguely bothered me. Anybody have ideas for fixing
> the boot to the shock? (I eyeballed it and don't
> think zip ties will do.) If not sealed, how much will
> the shock life expectancy be affected?
>
> tia,
> Craig Blome
>
>
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