I noticed a slight "thud" coming from my front suspension when going over bumps and up driveways. I pulled over and after looking everything over, noticed there were only a few threads showing above the top lock nut on my AGX shock.

It was so loose, I was able to tighten the nut with my hand. I have a small tool kit with sockets and tightened down the nut. I didn't do the recommended method of securing the inner rod while tightening the nut.

Everything seems fine, but is there a possibility I damaged the shock?