Dave: I reamed the bolt holes in the rear shocks and mounts for a snug fit
for the next size bolt (7/16-20 I believe). Used high-strength allen head
bolts. Been good for several years. Keep 'em tight.
Jim
BN1, BN2, BN6, BN7
----- Original Message -----
From: <HealeyBN7@aol.com>
To: <healeys@autox.team.net>
Sent: Sunday, February 06, 2005 11:50 AM
Subject: Rear shock mount question
>I recently noticed that the rear shock mounts on my BN7 have the shock
> mounting holes worn oval. I remember reading that the holes in the
> shocks might
> do this, but don't recall any discussion about the mounts.
> I this a problem that requires fixing? Will the oval holes let the
> shocks
> potentially move up and down under load? Or, can I clamp the shocks well
> enough with thru bolts and mega torque?
> Or, is there a good fix? Perhaps a plate with the correct diameter
> holes,
> that would be sandwiched and welded behind the current mount? Can these
> be
> purchased? I don't recall seeing them anywhere. Thanks!
>
> Dave
> 61 BN7
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