# Adjustable Shock's **URL:** \ **Category:** GEM Forum\ **Created:** [September 10, 2015, 12:38pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290 "2015-09-10T12:38:23Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![grantwest](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/grantwest/32/15_2.png) [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Post date:** [September 10, 2015, 12:38pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/1 "2015-09-10T12:38:23Z")
Has anyone tried these Adjustable Gem car shock’s From [NEVaccessories.com](http://NEVaccessories.com) I started out with Progressive Suspension’s Air Shock from a Honda Goldwing. They were progressive 416 Series. I did all my testing with all the body work removed. After I got my car painted and all put back together I started having rubbing issues (mainly with the rear) when the car was fully loaded. The 416 Air shocks were maxed out and I couldn’t find a heavier spring. I do think they would work well on a 2 seater. But with my car when 4 people are inside the rear fender is making contact with the body. So I abandoned the Air shocks and switched back to stock Gem Car shocks. They work fine. I happen to notice [nevaccessories.com](http://nevaccessories.com) Adjustable air shocks on their website. $120 each/ I talked to Evan. He said they are a re-made or copy GEM car shock with the adjustable spring or Pre load. He said in the soft position the car has the same ride as a stock gem car. But if you adjust them up you get about 3/4 to 1 inc higher ride height and a heavier payload. I puled the trigger on 4 of them they should be here soon. ![](http://i953.photobucket.com/albums/ae19/geewest/Gem%20Car/GEM-Adj-Shock-04-500_zps4dg7e0qd.jpg) ---
**Author:** ![grantwest](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/grantwest/32/15_2.png) [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Post date:** [September 10, 2015, 12:40pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/2 "2015-09-10T12:40:01Z")
![](http://i953.photobucket.com/albums/ae19/geewest/Gem%20Car/1EDAD39B-B13C-45B8-8CB7-8D98EC5CC998_zpsok6espmv.jpg)Im trying to lift my car about 1 inch so these should do the trick ---
**Author:** ![grantwest](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/grantwest/32/15_2.png) [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Post date:** [September 10, 2015, 12:41pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/3 "2015-09-10T12:41:31Z")
![](http://i953.photobucket.com/albums/ae19/geewest/Gem%20Car/5DDCB0B8-CA74-4648-8AB4-6306D44D0E95_zps29hjanlk.jpg) ---
**Author:** ![grantwest](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/grantwest/32/15_2.png) [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Post date:** [September 13, 2015, 11:49am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/4 "2015-09-13T11:49:46Z")
I got my new shocks in and installed. The stock setting is very soft. There is 5 settings that pre-load the shock. My stock ride height was 5-7/8 in the front after adjusting the shocks to the stiffest setting the ride height was around 6-1/2 it’s not that the stiffer setting makes the shock longer it just dosent let the car sag as much. The ride seems only slightly stiffer from hard to soft. I will report back after I have a full load my testing was done with only 2 people in the car ---
**Author:** ![Firemickey](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/f/c89c15/32.png) [@Firemickey](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Firemickey)\ **Post date:** [May 12, 2016, 6:05pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/5 "2016-05-12T18:05:58Z")
Hi GWEST, Just curious how your shocks are riding after having them for a while, Is the ride smoother than with the stock shocks and how are they with 4 adults. I am looking to find a way to smooth out the ride if possible, Thanks…Tim ---
**Author:** ![grantwest](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/grantwest/32/15_2.png) [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Post date:** [May 12, 2016, 6:45pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/6 "2016-05-12T18:45:43Z")
Tim: the adjustable shocks seem to be about as “soft” as a pair of stock shocks in the 2nd position. Example the shocks seem a bit softer in the lowest setting. As you adjust or turn the shocks UP the car will or can raise as much as 1/2 to 3/4 of a inch in the most stiff position. Intresting timing on this subject. Because when I took all the weight of the lead acid batterys out of my car the shocks I are now to stiff, and I’m gonna switch back to air shocks that were way to soft. When the car was over weight. Let me know if your intrested because I will be selling my Adjustable shocks. ---
**Author:** ![Firemickey](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/f/c89c15/32.png) [@Firemickey](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Firemickey)\ **Post date:** [May 12, 2016, 7:04pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/7 "2016-05-12T19:04:34Z")
Hi Gwest, I have a 2002 e825 4 seater. I noticed on the website where you got these It states 2005 or newer. Will these fit on mine and did you do all 4 shocks. I am pretty sure mine are the original shocks so I am looking to soften The ride if possible. I have 16" rims with low profile tires so I am sure That is part of the reason for my stiffer ride but wondering if these might Help? Thanks…Tim ---
**Author:** ![grantwest](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/grantwest/32/15_2.png) [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Post date:** [May 12, 2016, 8:11pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/8 "2016-05-12T20:11:39Z")
I think there is a few different styles of shocks on the website. I’m 100% sure these shocks will bolt right up to your 2002 ---
**Author:** ![Rixpix](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/rixpix/32/932_2.png) [@Rixpix](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Rixpix)\ **Post date:** [September 15, 2017, 11:56pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/9 "2017-09-15T23:56:24Z")
I just purchased four of the adjustable shocks from NEV to get more clearance from my wheels(14" rim and 185/65R14 tires). They have been rubbing on the front fenders and body of my 2002 e825 gem since I replaced my batteries (T 1275’s). Does anyone know how to adjust these shocks? Hoping to adjust to 5 from 1 to get extra clearance. Thanks in advance, Rick ---
**Author:** ![grantwest](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/grantwest/32/15_2.png) [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Post date:** [September 16, 2017, 3:32am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/10 "2017-09-16T03:32:15Z")
The shocks should have come with a tool that grabs the shock at the bottom and allows u to adjust the shock up or doen ---
**Author:** ![Rixpix](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/rixpix/32/932_2.png) [@Rixpix](https://community.electricforum.com/u/Rixpix)\ **Post date:** [September 18, 2017, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/11 "2017-09-18T19:23:43Z")
Thanks, they are sending me one now! ---
**Author:** ![grantwest](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/grantwest/32/15_2.png) [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Post date:** [September 21, 2017, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/12 "2017-09-21T18:14:30Z")
![IMG_3249](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/uploads/electricforum/original/2X/1/12fcd3a4dabc4fe0d590eea0f5a2305f3dfc51a5.JPG) This is what your stock adjustment tool should look like ---
**Author:** ![MH808](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/7ba0ec/32.png) [@MH808](https://community.electricforum.com/u/MH808)\ **Post date:** [February 19, 2020, 2:51am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/13 "2020-02-19T02:51:40Z")
First time Gem Owner. Does anyone know where to look for a front shock, that has an 11 1/2" or 12" eye to eye that will work on these cars. Preferably not heavy duty. The 2007 ELXD I just bought has had modifications to the stock shock mount so that’s why the non stock size. ---
**Author:** ![grantwest](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/grantwest/32/15_2.png) [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Post date:** [February 19, 2020, 6:40pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/14 "2020-02-19T18:40:15Z")
Hummm your in for some experimentation. The perfect after market Gem Shock still alludes many here in the Fourm. You can search a thread called “a little fresh air” it’s about members trying to find a after market shock. Perhaps you can find some valuable info for your project in that thread ---
**Author:** ![grantwest](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/grantwest/32/15_2.png) [@grantwest](https://community.electricforum.com/u/grantwest)\ **Post date:** [February 19, 2020, 6:40pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/15 "2020-02-19T18:40:49Z")
Try this > [@A little fresh air(shocks) never hurt anybody](https://community.electricforum.com/t/a-little-fresh-air-shocks-never-hurt-anybody/14486): > > Hello you old ass GoldWing shocks. How did you get here? I cleaned them up a lot and clear coated them. Hopefully the gaskets aren’t shot but I won’t know until I bolt them up and add the air lines. For $70 shipped it was hard to pass up. Hoses, fittings and adapters are on the way so potentially I can give them a try on Sunday. Thanks to @grantwest for leading the charge on this type of mod back in 2011. ---
**Author:** ![MH808](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/7ba0ec/32.png) [@MH808](https://community.electricforum.com/u/MH808)\ **Post date:** [February 20, 2020, 2:33am UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/16 "2020-02-20T02:33:48Z")
Thanks for the info. I’ll check it out and let you know what I find. ---
**Author:** ![2008GEMe4](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/2008geme4/32/12474_2.png) [@2008GEMe4](https://community.electricforum.com/u/2008GEMe4)\ **Post date:** [July 21, 2022, 8:44pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/17 "2022-07-21T20:44:00Z")
Thinking about getting those shocks! How are they? can you adjust them when they are on or do you need to before? ---
**Author:** ![warezdog](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/w/9de0a6/32.png) [@warezdog](https://community.electricforum.com/u/warezdog)\ **Post date:** [August 3, 2022, 7:15pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/18 "2022-08-03T19:15:28Z")
Thinking the same thing, Grant have you been happy with these adjustables? Have they sagged at all in the last couple years? ---
**Author:** ![hafizmarketing90](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/hafizmarketing90/32/18032_2.png) [@hafizmarketing90](https://community.electricforum.com/u/hafizmarketing90)\ **Post date:** [May 6, 2026, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/19 "2026-05-06T21:00:22Z")
You’re experimenting instead of solving the actual problem: your issue isn’t just shocks, it’s **load capacity vs suspension geometry**. Those adjustable shocks might help because preload can raise ride height and reduce sag, but they won’t magically fix bottoming out if the spring rate still isn’t sufficient for 4 passengers. What Evan told you sounds reasonable, but it’s still a compromise, not a real upgrade[.](https://share.google/APWYRKccDTQvkfaSf) If the car is regularly fully loaded, the smarter fix is stiffer springs or a properly rated suspension setup, not just adjustable copies of stock shocks. Test them, but don’t expect a permanent solution unless the load rating actually matches your use case. ---
**Author:** ![JarJarJava](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.electricforum.com/jarjarjava/32/15158_2.png) [@JarJarJava](https://community.electricforum.com/u/JarJarJava)\ **Post date:** [May 6, 2026, 10:47pm UTC](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290/20 "2026-05-06T22:47:55Z")
> [@hafizmarketing90](#): > > You’re experimenting instead of solving the actual problem… Are you a 'bot? _blink\*\*blink_ Why do you have affiliate dig links? Post-Tits or GTFO. You are kinna cute… _blink\*\*blink_ [Next page](https://community.electricforum.com/t/adjustable-shocks/5290.md?page=2)