FABTECH FTS801512 Dirt Logic 2.25 Shock Absorber User Manual
- June 4, 2024
- FABTECH
Table of Contents
FTS801512 Dirt Logic 2.25 Shock Absorber
| FTS801512| 2.25” Dirt Logic SS w/ Resi
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1| FT811512i| INSTRUCTIONS
1| FT86016| HARDWARE & BUSHING KIT 16
1| FTSP01029| HARDWARE STEM BUSHING KIT
1| FT86101| RESI MOUNT KIT
1| FT811512i| INSTRUCTIONS
1| FT86016| HARDWARE & BUSHING KIT 16
1| FTSP01029| HARDWARE STEM BUSHING KIT
Thank you for purchasing Dirt Logic shocks, the finest off-road shock in the industry. Each unit is built to exacting standards and is properly tuned specifically for your vehicle. Dirt Logic shocks are designed and built to both beautify and upgrade your suspension system.
How To Care For Your Dirt Logic Shocks
Dirt Logic shocks have been designed as a take-apart, serviceable, race-style
unit. That means, just like a race shock, it will need to be maintained and
periodically rebuilt. The tight tolerances of this provide the exceptional
ride and performance you are paying for but do require maintenance which is
normal in a take-apart shock like a Dirt Logic. Externally, the shock should
be kept clean at all times and kept free of dirt, road salt or other corrosive
elements. The unit should be routinely washed with a pH-balanced cleaner to
keep the finish looking new. Do not use any abrasive or aggressive cleaners or
degreasers as it will harm the finish for life including the aluminum
anodizing.
Internally, the shock has high-performance seals that allow the shock to cycle
at very high rates and provide exceptional damping in aggressive off-road
conditions. These seals are wearable item and may need to be replaced
periodically to keep the shock functioning correctly. Our in-house Shock Lab
is equipped to handle these needs when necessary.
Caution – Read Before Installing
Stop – Call FABTECH customer service if any component of this product is
missing. Do not return it to the place of purchase!
For technical assistance call:
909-597-7800
This Dirt Logic Shock is shipped pressurized with Nitrogen. Do not remove the
tamper cap or the warranty will be void.
If this shock is equipped with a reservoir hose, do not loosen or remove the
hose or the warranty will be void.
If this shock is equipped with a coil, be aware that the coil has some amount
of preload from the factory and should not be removed. Removal of the coil
will void the warranty.
If this shock product needs to be returned for any reason, it must be returned
in its original packaging or the warranty will be void.
Dirt Logic Shocks come with a one-year warranty from the original date of
purchase for defects in material or workmanship.
A spanner wrench can be purchased for future adjustment. (FTS89905 for 4.0,
FTS98008 for 2.5, FTS98006 for 2.0)
If adjustment is needed. Jack up the vehicle to relieve tension on the Dirt
Logic coil over before making adjustments or the top cap may come loose.
Should you have any questions regarding your Dirt Logic Shocks, please feel
free to contact us.
Installation Instructions
Install the bushing kit onto the 2.25” Dirt Logic Shock included in the packaging. Now install the shock by attaching the top cap first and the rod end the second. Take care to compress the shock when installing the rod end as the shock is under pressure and will require leverage and strength to accomplish this task. This would be best done with the vehicle on a hoist with the suspension at its most extended length. Once the shock is installed tighten the bolts until there is a light squeeze on the urethane bushings. Install the resi to the shock body using the supplied rubber mounts and clamps. (Note some 2.25” shocks will require extra components to be installed prior to shock installation)
– Product Warranty and Warnings –
Fabtech provides a Limited Lifetime Warranty to the original retail purchaser
who owns the vehicle, on which the product was originally installed, for
defects in workmanship and materials. The Limited Lifetime Warranty excludes
the following Fabtech items; bushings, bump stops, ball joints, tie rod ends,
limiting straps, cross shafts, heim joints and driveshafts. These parts are
subject to wear and are not considered defective when worn. They are warranted
for 60 days from the date of purchase for defects in workmanship.
Dirt Logic and Performance Coilover take apart shocks are considered
serviceable shock with a one year warranty on leakage only. Service seal kits
are available separately for future maintenance. All other shocks are covered
under our Limited Lifetime Warranty.
Fabtech does not warrant any product for finish, alterations, modifications
and/or installation contrary to Fabtech’s instructions. Alterations to the
finish of the parts including but not limited to painting, powder coating,
plating and/or welding will void all warranties. Some finish damage may occur
to parts during shipping, which is considered normal and is not covered under
warranty.
Fabtech products are not designed nor intended to be installed on vehicles
used in race applications or for racing purposes or for similar activities. (A
“RACE” is defined as any contest between two or more vehicles, or any contest
of one or more vehicle against the clock, whether or not such contest is for a
prize). This warranty does not include coverage for police or taxi vehicles,
race vehicles, or vehicles used for government or commercial purposes. Also
excluded from this warranty are sales outside of the United States of America.
Installation of most suspension products will raise the center of gravity of
the vehicle and will cause the vehicle to handle differently than stock. It
may increase the vehicle’s susceptibility to a rollover, on road and off-road,
at all speeds. Extreme care should be taken to operate the vehicle safely at
all times to prevent rollover or loss of control resulting in serious injury
or death. Fabtech front-end Desert Guards may impair the deployment or
operation of vehicles equipped with supplemental restraining systems/air bag
systems and should not be installed if the vehicle is equipped as so. Fabtech
makes every effort to ensure suspension product compatibility with all
vehicles listed on the website, but due to unknown auto manufacturer’s
production changes and/or inconstancies by the auto manufacturer, Fabtech
cannot be responsible for 100% compatibility, including the fitment of tire
and wheel sizes listed. The Tire and Wheel sizes listed in Fabtech’s website
are only a guideline for street driving with noted fender trimming. Fabtech is
not responsible for damages to the vehicle’s body or tires. Fabtech is not
responsible for premature wear of factory components due to the installation
of oversized tires and wheels. Fabtech’s obligation under this warranty is
limited to the repair or replacement, at Fabtech option, of the defective
product only. All costs of removal, installation or re-installation, freight
charges, incidental or consequential damages are expressly excluded from this
warranty. Fabtech is not responsible for damages and/or warranty of other
vehicle parts related or nonrelated to the installed Fabtech product. This
warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied.
This warranty shall not apply to any product that has been subject to
accident, negligence, alteration, abuse or misuse as determined by Fabtech.
Fabtech suspension components must be installed as a complete system including
shocks as shown on our website. All warranties will become void if Fabtech
parts are combined and/or substituted with other aftermarket suspension
products. Combination and/or substitution of other aftermarket suspension
parts may cause premature wear and/or product failure resulting in an accident
causing injury or death. Fabtech does not warrant products not manufactured by
Fabtech. Depending on the condition of the factory suspension components
retained after the installation of a Fabtech suspension not all vehicles may
have the same ride stance front to rear as described in the website. The blue
color of suspension components
shown in all Fabtech photographs are for display purposes only. Majority of
all Fabtech components will be black specifically where noted with part
numbers ending in BK.
Installation of Fabtech product may void the vehicles factory warranty; it is
the consumer’s responsibility to check with their local vehicle’s dealer for
warranty disposition before the installation of the product. Some state laws
may prohibit modification of suspension to a vehicle in whole or in part. It
is the responsibility of the installer and consumer to consult local laws
prior to the installation of any Fabtech suspension product to comply with
such written laws. It is the responsibility of the distributor and/or the
retailer to review all warranties and warnings of Fabtech products with the
consumer prior to purchase.
Fabtech reserves the right to super cede, discontinue, change the design,
finish, part number and/or application of parts when deemed necessary without
written notice. Fabtech is not responsible for misprints or typographical
errors within the website or price sheet.
For the most recent Product Warranty and Warnings visit our website
www.fabtechmotorsports.com.
Instruction Sheet Part# – FT811512i 08/29/22