Yeti shock build - green slime the O-rings?

[2-shot]

I'm getting ready to build my shocks for my Yeti kit. Should I use green slime on the O-rings or just lube them with shock oil, when I assemble them?

Thanks in advance for your help! "thumbsup"

 

[desertdude]

Green slime is the best, that is what it is for.
Alittle shock oil works aswell

 

[2-shot]

Green slime is the best, that is what it is for.

Alittle shock oil works aswell

Green slime and shock oil will do two different things to your O-rings.
A coat of green slime on the O-rings will help keep them from swelling, caused by the silicone shock oil.

Using shock oil will lubricate the O-rings, plus it helps start the swelling process.

I didn't know if I wanted the O-rings to swell, or not swell (as quickly).


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[terrible]

Gerry slime never hurts.

 

[DeviledEggs]

I dont build/ rebuild shocks without the green stuff. I totally load the seal cartridges with it. Cheap insurance against leaks...
Ive also seen people use automotive grease (NLGI) for the same effect. Not sure if thats as good for the silicone o-rings and shock oil though.

 

[2-shot]

I got my front shocks built. I didn't use green slime on the O-rings. Instead, I used some clear ball diff grease I had leftover from my 2wd buggy racing days.
We'll see if they leak or not...


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