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New Rubicon Shock Manufacturer (Part 68509434AA vs 68330210AA)

Thetickz

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I put Rubicon shocks and springs on my Sport S about 6 months ago. I recently noticed one of my rear shocks leaking so I picked up some new Rubicon shocks locally from OfferUp.

Comparing the two rear Rubicon shocks I noticed different part numbers. They appear to be the same length.

Part 68330210AA is what I'm taking off (leaking). The rubber bushings were painted over at the factory. It has thicker welds. The shock says made in Canada.

The new Rubicon rear shock is part number 68509434AA. The red paint is different, it's darker and has more texture.

It seems these are manufacturered in a new way or provided by a new shock vender. Anyone know any more differences?

Jeep Wrangler JL New Rubicon Shock Manufacturer (Part 68509434AA vs 68330210AA) PXL_20210202_031625334
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I've been shopping for Rubicon shocks and have noticed this as well. Are the new 2021 shocks any better or any worse?
 

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2D vs 4D? Or, it isn't uncommon at all to have part supersede over the course of several years. I was looking for something for a 4Runner, can't remember now what, maybe a switch. It had four part numbers because the part hadn't changed (except part number) over something like 15 - 20 years.
 

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I imagine that, with all the supply chain hassles of the past 18 months, lots of little parts are quietly getting new manufacturers.
 

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I got takeoffs from a 4xe Rubicon and the past numbers are similar.

68509431AB
68509435AB
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