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Sydney, Kurrajong Hts, Australia

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Rear Telescopic Shock Absorber Conversion

Thomas Aczel — Posted on The MG Experience
Friday September 7, 2007 8:04 PM

Just completed installing telescopic rear shock absorbers (ie dampers to you North Americans) Kit purchased from Nepean Classics near Sydney for $215.Very simple to fit(took my neighbour and me 2 hours) I'm absolutely delighted with the result; the car rides softer, yet paradoxically rolls less in the corners. The car also bounces around much less on rough surfaces. Highly recommended.

Member Comments on Journal Entry: Rear Telescopic Shock Absorber Conversion ↵

2007-09-08 19:31:09 # 673

Comment by Thomas Aczel

Forgot to mention that this conversion uses oil filled NOT gas filled dampers.The suppliers (Nepean Classics)told me they'd trialled a number of gas filled units and they all caused the vehicle to ride too harshly. I've since traulled the net and the non-suitability of gas shock absorbers(ie dampers) on the rear of MGB's seems to be a recurring theme.

2008-05-22 19:44:26 # 994

Comment by MARGARET & BARRY WEGMAN-GALLAGHER

Hi,,I have a 64 mgb and I am also considering this conversion,,did it require any re-drilling and was it a bolt on kit,
thanks heaps, Barry

2008-05-22 19:44:55 # 995

Comment by MARGARET & BARRY WEGMAN-GALLAGHER

Hi,,I have a 64 mgb and I am also considering this conversion,,did it require any re-drilling and was it a bolt on kit,
thanks heaps, Barry

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