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secondchance
06-19-2009, 12:01 PM
Hi, guys,

It is my understanding FX3 is a little different between 90-91 and 92-95.
Is the difference at the top of the shock only or actuators as well?
Also, are front and rear actuators different also?

Sgreg
06-19-2009, 12:36 PM
Actuators are the same. Shocks are different. Yes, front and rear actuators are different lengths.

GOLDCYLON
06-19-2009, 02:37 PM
As Greg has stated the actuators are the same from 89-95 for the FX-3 system. The difference was the top gear in the MY 89-91 is the same with 92 being the break point. The actuators work for the entire run.

http://captainzcnc.com/db5/00499/captainzcnc.com/_uimages/shockgearsrevised.jpg

secondchance
06-19-2009, 03:05 PM
Thanks.
I went to a shop this morning to replace spring cushions and while at it had both shocks removed and replace top bushings w/ poly pieces. The car was throwing a code for passenger side rear. So, I went prepared with replacement gear for the shock. However, actuator planetary gear was shot also.
Luckily, shop owner has a 90 ZR-1 and offered his actuator. That's why I wanted to confirm this topic.
Once this is corrected the car will be at 100% mechanically!

Thanks.:cheers:

GOLDCYLON
06-19-2009, 03:19 PM
Awesome glad to here you back into specs. A lot of folks complain about the FX-3 system but a working system does indeed work.

secondchance
06-19-2009, 03:59 PM
Awesome glad to here you back into specs. A lot of folks complain about the FX-3 system but a working system does indeed work.

This is the first time it failed since I bought the car in 2000.
Driving everyday may have something to do with it. Or, I am just lucky!
Also, LTPWS still works fine - knock on wood.:thumbsup: