Protection Tube Alternatives? (shock dust cover/boot)

[ZEK]

The Vaico ones should work. Doesn't look like they have the washer that inserts which you'll need. I'll check my storage bins I may have a spare set you can have. Gimme until tomorrow, it's buried behind the car.

[React]

I already ordered shims, gaskets, and reinforcement plates. Thanks though.

My original washer/plates look decent aside from the rust.

Here's my busted shock.


I'm still not sure what the use of the shim is. Does it help keep the bump stop from moving further up?