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1. Shock help (score: 1): Author: "Larry" <larry@larryembrey.com>; Date: Sun, 18 Feb 2001 20:21:23 -0800; Hello all. Last summer I had a couple instances where I almost lost control of my B during "chatterbump" type road conditions. The car would just drift to the left during these episodes, then as soon; /html/mgs/2001-02/msg00641.html (7,329 bytes)
2. Re: Shock help (score: 1): Author: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>; Date: Sun, 18 Feb 2001 23:48:08 -0500; Considering the safety factor first, cost second, call or E-mail Worldwide & have them ship you a rebuilt. Jim; /html/mgs/2001-02/msg00643.html (7,615 bytes)
3. Re: Shock help (score: 1): Author: "Peter C." <nosimport@mailbag.com>; Date: Mon, 19 Feb 2001 10:14:04 -0600; Interestingly, the "dead zone" that you are feeling is likely not from there being air in the shock, but rather some dirt or possibly a weakened poppet spring, or a scored bore. When there is air, t; /html/mgs/2001-02/msg00670.html (9,193 bytes)
4. Re: Shock help (score: 1): Author: "Larry" <larry@larryembrey.com>; Date: Mon, 19 Feb 2001 09:27:11 -0800; Thanks Pete and all the replied. Yes the simple thing to do is replace the shock, but I do not have $120+shipping in my budget at this time to just toss at the situation. (I am VERY tapped out with t; /html/mgs/2001-02/msg00677.html (11,367 bytes)
5. Shock help (score: 1): Author: "Larry" <larry@larryembrey.com>; Date: Sun, 10 Dec 2000 10:21:06 -0800; Well it is winter again and time to work on the trusty B. I am planning to do a complete suspension/brake rebuild as that is what needs the most attention. I have a clunk in front and rear, as well a; /html/mgs/2000-12/msg00352.html (7,595 bytes)
6. Re: Shock help (score: 1): Author: Rick Brown <brown409@home.com>; Date: Sun, 10 Dec 2000 14:36:32 -0500; It is my understanding that rebuilding shocks is not a job for garage mechanics. Either send them out or buy new ones. (Apple is NOT recommended!) Rick; /html/mgs/2000-12/msg00354.html (7,334 bytes)
7. Re: Shock help (score: 1): Author: "Edward Woods" <fogbro1@home.com>; Date: Sun, 10 Dec 2000 15:14:53 -0500; O.K., I'll bite. Why isn't Apple recommended? A personal bad experience? If so, what. If not, then it's heresay, right? Be specific. mine recommended!); /html/mgs/2000-12/msg00356.html (7,965 bytes)
8. RE: Shock help (score: 1): Author: "Larry Hoy" <larryhoy@prodigy.net>; Date: Sun, 10 Dec 2000 13:30:31 -0700; Have you ever topped them off? Why not try and see how you like it? Larry Hoy; /html/mgs/2000-12/msg00357.html (8,558 bytes)
9. Re: Shock help (score: 1): Author: Barney Gaylord <barneymg@ntsource.com>; Date: Sun, 10 Dec 2000 16:27:36 -0600; If so, what. If not, then it's heresay, right? Be specific. Okay, here's specific. I went through NINE Apple Hydraulics rebuilt front shocks on my MGA in two years before the warrantee ran out. Apple; /html/mgs/2000-12/msg00360.html (9,586 bytes)
10. Re: Shock help (score: 1): Author: Rick Brown <brown409@home.com>; Date: Sun, 10 Dec 2000 18:57:16 -0500; Personal experience - rebuilt shocks for my A lasted less than one year! Also heard from others the same story. Rick; /html/mgs/2000-12/msg00366.html (7,724 bytes)
11. Re: Shock help (score: 1): Author: David Deutsch <mgman@optonline.net>; Date: Sun, 10 Dec 2000 19:48:52 -0500; Three pairs in 2 years rebuilt by Apple, all leaked in less than 2,000 miles. I ended up buying new ones. I think they bank on the 500 mile a year enthusiast. That's my personal experience. Safety Fa; /html/mgs/2000-12/msg00367.html (8,180 bytes)
12. Re: Shock help (score: 1): Author: "Edward Woods" <fogbro1@home.com>; Date: Sun, 10 Dec 2000 20:47:01 -0500; That's better!; /html/mgs/2000-12/msg00368.html (7,633 bytes)
13. Re: Shock help (score: 1): Author: "Edward Woods" <fogbro1@home.com>; Date: Sun, 10 Dec 2000 20:51:36 -0500; Evidence. Personal experience. That's a whole lot better than "He said, she Thanks for the reply and the recommendation of an alternative source. Ed -- Original Message -- From: "Barney Gaylord" <bar; /html/mgs/2000-12/msg00369.html (10,766 bytes)
14. Re: Shock help (score: 1): Author: "Mark and kathy LaPierre" <mgtrcars@galaxyinternet.net>; Date: Sun, 10 Dec 2000 22:42:24 -0600; I'll jump in here. Just this summer I returned a shock twice to Apple, once for poor action, second for leaking after a month of driving. This is not a job you want to do twice in two years little l; /html/mgs/2000-12/msg00377.html (9,550 bytes)
15. RE: Shock help (score: 1): Author: Steve Shoyer <Steve@shoyer.com>; Date: Sun, 10 Dec 2000 23:04:24 -0500; Can someone point me to the instructions for topping off the shocks? I can't seem to find it in any of my manuals. Thanks. --Steve Shoyer (1980 MGB) Have you ever topped them off? Why not try and see; /html/mgs/2000-12/msg00380.html (8,066 bytes)
16. Re: Shock help (score: 1): Author: "Dave Wood" <djw69@idt.net>; Date: Sun, 10 Dec 2000 22:00:49 -0800; I have a 72 B, I'm not sure what you have. On the front, I remove the wheels, unscrew the 7/16 or 1/2 inch bolt and use an oil can with a trigger to squirt in the 20 wt fork oil that I use for my sh; /html/mgs/2000-12/msg00382.html (9,258 bytes)
17. Re: Shock help (score: 1): Author: "Mark and kathy LaPierre" <mgtrcars@galaxyinternet.net>; Date: Mon, 11 Dec 2000 07:09:40 -0600; Very good advise from my fellow listers. If I may add it is important to get the fluid in the shock hole and not lubricate the outside like I so frequently use to do. With a dry exterior it is much e; /html/mgs/2000-12/msg00383.html (10,317 bytes)
18. Re: Shock help (score: 1): Author: Ajhsys@aol.com; Date: Mon, 11 Dec 2000 09:37:04 EST; - - - - - - - - - - - - - - And lets not forget that Peter Caldwell (World Wide Auto Parts) is one of our listers. I don't know how he can keep quiet on these shock threads, but my guess is that he i; /html/mgs/2000-12/msg00386.html (8,842 bytes)
19. Re: Shock help (score: 1): Author: "Larry" <larry@larryembrey.com>; Date: Mon, 11 Dec 2000 07:22:54 -0800; Bob, Et al: That is the consensus I have gotten from everyone that has replied. Thanks for all the help folks!! To be honest I doubt the shocks need rebuild, they are showing absolutely no signs of l; /html/mgs/2000-12/msg00389.html (9,900 bytes)
20. Re: Shock help (score: 1): Author: David Councill <dcouncil@imt.net>; Date: Mon, 11 Dec 2000 08:29:51 -0700; My shocks have always used a metric bolt in the filler plug. And I have gone through several shocks over the years. Takes a 14mm socket. For a long time, it was my only metric tool. David 67 BGT 71 B; /html/mgs/2000-12/msg00390.html (8,066 bytes)

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