Shock/spring question
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Shock/spring question
Hi all,
Since I had to replace my upper bushings, I decided I might as well replace the (non-electric) shocks while I'm at it. With 120,000 miles on them, I figured it was a worthwhile and not-too-painful investment. Not surprisingly, the shock bellows and bumps stop are toast, as are the plastic cushions for the spring seats. So far, I have not found a source for these items. Hoping I might get some suggestions. As an aside, I am curious if I can fashion my own spring seat pad, maybe a sandwich made of the stiff plastic used in pails and jugs. All thoughts appreciated.
Thanks!
Since I had to replace my upper bushings, I decided I might as well replace the (non-electric) shocks while I'm at it. With 120,000 miles on them, I figured it was a worthwhile and not-too-painful investment. Not surprisingly, the shock bellows and bumps stop are toast, as are the plastic cushions for the spring seats. So far, I have not found a source for these items. Hoping I might get some suggestions. As an aside, I am curious if I can fashion my own spring seat pad, maybe a sandwich made of the stiff plastic used in pails and jugs. All thoughts appreciated.
Thanks!
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Looking for (what I now know is called) the spring isolator and came across this part: https://www.oemvehicleparts.com/oem-...seat-mja2162aa
At $3, it seems too cheap.
Then I found this: https://parts.harperjaguar.com/oem-p...lator-c2z15891
Also found some more "elaborate" and expensive versions. Could a $3 part fill the bill?
At $3, it seems too cheap.
Then I found this: https://parts.harperjaguar.com/oem-p...lator-c2z15891
Also found some more "elaborate" and expensive versions. Could a $3 part fill the bill?
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Looking for (what I now know is called) the spring isolator and came across this part: https://www.oemvehicleparts.com/oem-...seat-mja2162aa
At $3, it seems too cheap.
Then I found this: https://parts.harperjaguar.com/oem-p...lator-c2z15891
Also found some more "elaborate" and expensive versions. Could a $3 part fill the bill?
At $3, it seems too cheap.
Then I found this: https://parts.harperjaguar.com/oem-p...lator-c2z15891
Also found some more "elaborate" and expensive versions. Could a $3 part fill the bill?
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Stamford (11-16-2022)
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Stamford (11-18-2022)
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If you look at recent posts about " Welsh" you will find extensive photos etc of the parts which can be made from sheet polypropylene using a router or a lathe. In your parts list its the $34 item you need in the bottom row
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Stamford (11-18-2022)
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Couldn't find the list. However, I just learned I was using some incorrect terminology. The term "isolator" seems to relate more to the mount. What I am trying to find is the white plastic tabbed collar that I assume the spring rests on. Mine was crumbled. I don't know what it is called.
There are also two rubber(?) pads under the spring that are known as "packing". I've ordered new packing, but can't located the white tabbed ring. (So far I've only removed the left shock/spring.
There are also two rubber(?) pads under the spring that are known as "packing". I've ordered new packing, but can't located the white tabbed ring. (So far I've only removed the left shock/spring.
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I have just ordered a sheet of 1/2in (12.5mm) thick poly and intend to cut a ring from it and put it between the top of the shock mount and the body 160mm dia 90mm hole in centre . there is 14mm of clear thread on the three bolts. My central bushing is fine but the ride height is at 14.5 in so I have lost a good inch in 112k.Keep costs down.. the poly was $8 enough for two
Last edited by Pistnbroke; 11-19-2022 at 12:39 AM.
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Stamford (11-19-2022)
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What I am trying to find is the white plastic tabbed collar that I assume the spring rests on. Mine was crumbled. I don't know what it is called.
There are also two rubber(?) pads under the spring that are known as "packing". I've ordered new packing, but can't located the white tabbed ring. (So far I've only removed the left shock/spring.
There are also two rubber(?) pads under the spring that are known as "packing". I've ordered new packing, but can't located the white tabbed ring. (So far I've only removed the left shock/spring.
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I was also unable to find new versions of the white spring seat that you are searching for. They seem to be quite brittle but their design means they are well retained even when cracked. I viewed a few second hand items but the cracks are very common. My seats were cracked in half and in the end I resorted to gluing them to the plastic spacer beneath. They are still OK after a few years - see pic
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