Shock length

[Derickpete]

What length shock, extended length and collapsed length is used for a Warrior beam with 8” towers and stock arms. I’m measuring 19” extended and 14” collapsed. Is this correct?

[Schepp]

You answered your own question.

[Derickpete]

From what I understand the 8” beam means 8” shock stroke. I’m getting 5” of stroke. So what is the correct shock.

[BFB]

8" beam typically means 8" wider.
but even if we go with your theory and its 8" towers, the tower doesn't matter. you could have 8 foot towers and you'd still have the same amount of travel out of stock arms.
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[jsturtlebuggy]

8in tall shock tower on either a stock or widen beam, the most common shock that has been used is the rear shock from a 1968-1979 VW Bus
The KYB 5530 was a commonly used shock although the valving may be stronger then you need
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[Derickpete]

Thank you. I will look into them.

[Derickpete]

Update: The bus shocks worked perfectly for my beam. Thank you for the input.