Jim,
I've had Apple Heavy Duty shocks on the back of my TR250 and the
front of my old MG Midget, and I'm a great fan. I know that they change the
valving, but they also install a different full-length bushing at the pivot
point. Bear in mind that the "Heavy Duty" shock is only modestly more
expensive than the stock rebuild (well less than $50). Despite claims from
some LBC mechanics that rebuilt lever shocks don't last, I've never had a
leak with the Apple units, though I admit I drive relatively few miles a
year.
Best regards,
Tom Marincic
CD3574L
"Anyone really know what Apple does to make the shock "Heavy-duty"?
The shock has a screw with a spring and a nut on the end that puts
some tension on the spring which puts pressure on the valve orifice.
If all Apple does is tighten this nut, then I can do this at home
and save myself $50. plus shipping.
If they do more than that (other than a rebuild) I'd like to know."
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