11-21-2017, 02:16 AM | #21 |
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Re: MGB Shocks
The bodies are bigger on the the MGB ones and the bolt centres are the same as stock A shocks. I normally weld a replacement ball in from the wrong side and use Model B links. But do be careful fitting them to the front as there's not much suspension travel before the track rod hits them.
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11-21-2017, 04:55 AM | #22 |
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Re: MGB Shocks
Be aware there are different hole centres I suppose the MGB ones have the same centres as the model A frame . I have several sets of these but have not fitted any yet . I do have some where the mounting hols are further apart which would require frame drilling . These came off English Ford Consul/Zepther/Zodiac so dont buy the wrong ones off Ebay . I seem to think there is a fitting issue for the rears I have seen a 30 fordor where the body wheel arch had to be modifide for the shock to be mounted flush to the frame .
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11-21-2017, 01:37 PM | #23 |
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Re: MGB Shocks
I used TR7 shocks on the back of my last A when the originals and repops were unobtanium. They have longer arms and bigger cylinders. Had them rebuilt by Apple Hydraulics.
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11-21-2017, 01:53 PM | #24 |
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11-26-2017, 01:45 PM | #25 |
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Re: MGB Shocks
Thanks for the info, it is very helpful in figuring this all out.
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