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Q & A: Shocking!

Saturday March 30th, 2002
Q & A, MGA, MGB, MGC, MG T-Type, Midget
Hi John!

I haven't seen this topic addressed anywhere - Can the OEM MGB lever
shocks be rebuilt my the "home-mechanic"? If so, are rebuild kits
available through any of the common mail-order parts suppliers?

My '75 was feeling a bit unsteady on its "feet" and I found the shock
fluid levels were quite a bit low. I topped it off on all four corners
with Harley Davidson Fork Oil and all seemed well. About a week later,
I noticed left front and left rear were leaking (the left rear was
leaking right on the tailpipe!). Is it possible that the
"seal-swelling" properties of the fork oil will correct this over time
or am I in for another major expenditure?

Thanx

Lindsey

LINDSAY!

I would tell you that the shock is beyond the ability of the MG
mechanic, let alone the home mechanic. We purchase all of ours from a
wholesale rebuilder in California with this exception: if the shoc... read more