I installed a kit into my 74 TR6. The kit is from VB, and the shocks are a
silver and black shock with no name brand, I think it was $149 on sale. The
kit was simple to install (I have a lift) and is actually very simple in
design, it works as advertised, though it's not as stiff as I would like it,
the kits with the KYBs or Koni should be better.
Jack Levy
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From: owner-triumphs@autox.team.net
[mailto:owner-triumphs@autox.team.net]On Behalf Of Gregory Damron
Sent: Tuesday, October 17, 2000 2:22 PM
To: triumphs@autox.team.net
Subject: rear shock conversions
Hello List,
I've been on the list for about 2 weeks and I'm really enjoying it.
At the risk of offending those who believe in keeping their cars absolutely
stock, I'm considering a tube shock conversion for my TR6. My lever shocks
are shot. I've tried to revive them and haven't been successful. The local
Moss distributor says they won't sell rebuilt ones because they fail rapidly
(maybe they also make a lot more money on new ones). There seem to be 3
basic designs of these conversions: 1 has a 3 piece bracket (Vic. Brit and
Moss), and 1 of them from Vic. Brit. has a 1 piece bracket. This latter kit
comes with KYB shocks and the others are available with Koni, Spax or
Monroe. Has anyone tried one of these kits?
Greg Damron
1969 Rover 2000 SC
1970 GT6+
1972 Jag XJ6
1973 TR6
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