Justin plans were posted a while ago on converting the rear shocks
using ones that fit a Colt. I did the conversion for about $40 dollars and
couldn't be happier. As an added benifit they are guaranteed for life.
...Art
On Thu, 10 Sep 1998, Justin Lehrer wrote:
> Hi All,
>
> First, the bad news:
> My 79 B has been out of commission FOUR times in the last month! First, the
>battery died. Two days later, the diaphragm in the carburator ripped. As
>soon as that was fixed, my fuel pump goes (for the second time in a year, I
>might add). Four days later, the muffler falls off on the freeway. How's
>that for pathetic? Other than those things, my B is a strong daily driver
>that doesn't usually let me down. So, despite all this bad behavior, I'd like
>to upgrade my suspension.
>
> I'm thinking about getting Spax adjustable shocks from Moss for the rear. My
>left rear shock link and u-bolts are already shot, so I figure I might as well
>do it all now. However, I am not as mechanically inclined as I'd like to be,
>so it will have to be done in the shop. Can anyone offer me any advice about
>this modification? What type of improvement in ride quality and handling can
>I expect from the Spax? Has anyone done this before? I don't want to go for
>it unless I am confident that the handling and bumping around is much
>improved. I'm open to any other thoughts and suggestions, if anyone else out
>there has modified a suspension.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Justin
> '79 B daily driver
> San Diego
>
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