You can also use motorcycle racing fork oil to stiffen the valving.
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>From: BarneyMG@aol.com[SMTP:BarneyMG@aol.com]
>Sent: Friday, September 27, 1996 2:49 AM
>To: BDurgin1@aol.com; drded@ix.netcom.com
>Cc: mgs@autox.team.net
>Subject: Re: No more rebuilt shocks for my Bs
>
>In a message dated 96-09-26 10:36:01 EDT, BDurgin1 writes:
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><< ..... all this talk about rebuilt failures has me thinking. ...Anybody
>used the HD rebuilt shocks and what experiences have they had with those? >>
>
>It is my understanding that the only difference between the standard shocks
>and the HD version is the valving. So if anyone currently has a good set of
>shocks and wants HD, just change the valves. I find these listed in the Moss
>MGB Catalog, front valve 264-345 @ $23.95, rear valve 267-975 @ $19.95. I
>believe these are similar to those used in the factory produced race cars and
>up the shock resistance by about 30%.
>
>These valves also will fit the MGA shocks, might make a little larger
>difference in stiffness there. As I have installed a large front sway bar
>with urethane bushings, and use heavier wheels and tires for racing, I intend
>to install these stiffer shock valves on my MGA for next season.
>
>Barney Gaylord -- 1958 MGA
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