So you think they help protect the shock? Reminds me of the wire-loom discussions where some people swear it trapps moisture in and coorods, and others say it protects.......
Only 4 bux a piece I guess I'll put them on my new shocks. If i was outside in the elements I'd think I'd be moer protected having some protection.... Gotta help keep the majority of the crap off the piston and away from the seal.