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Q & A: Oil

Tuesday January 03rd, 2006
Q & A, MGA, MGB, MGC, MG T-Type, Midget
Question----what type/weight oil do you recommend putting in shock absorbers for my 1977 MGB? I have never added any oil to the shocks, & I have owned the car since 1980. I was not aware that the shocks required oil. Is it necessary to remove the shock(s) from the car, drain it, & refill it?

Thanks in advance.
Shock oil is a 50 weight hydraulic oil with a seal sweller and an anti-foaming agent. Most of the oils available are a much light viscosity -- but with all the wear and tear on our shocks, that heavier weight is better than lighter weight -- but ... read more