Rear shock replacement

[jhsmd666]

Just replaced my rear shocks - and mounts - this weekend with the Sachs kit shocks. I did not use or replace the thin paper gaskets (torn) that sit on top of the mounts between the mounts and the car body. Is there a downside to not having replaced them?

Thanks.

[Rory]

Just replaced my rear shocks - and mounts - this weekend with the Sachs kit shocks. I did not use or replace the thin paper gaskets (torn) that sit on top of the mounts between the mounts and the car body. Is there a downside to not having replaced them?

Thanks.

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The only purpose is to prevent squeaks. I have used the shock mount box as a template in the past, but the $1 for the paper gasket is worth it to me. I would run with it and if it becomes a problem then remove the shocks and throw on the gasket.

Good Luck,
Rory

[jhsmd666]

Thanks Rory - makes sense.

[ukm5]

presumably if its squeeks its because metal is rubbing on metal and as its in contact with the road dirt id guess it will cause corrosion