[TR] Woodhead Front Shocks for TR6

Bob yellowtr at adelphia.net
Sun May 9 07:47:26 MDT 2010


On Sunday, May 09, 2010 12:10:46 am Jeff Nathanson wrote:
> I was replacing the front bushings and springs on my '72 TR6. Of course, I
> had to remove the shocks and found that they were made by "Woodhead" .
> Never heard of them. So, I went on the net and found that they were made
> in England. Were they  the the original shocks? Don't think so, since the
> car didn't ride like they were worn. Anyone ever heard of Woodhead? Also,
> I do want to replace them. But, don't want to spend over $50 each. BPNW
> lists a KYB for about $46. Would like but that it takes a week to arrive
> at my door. Anyone know the model KYB that BPNW sells?
> 
> Thanks,
> Jeff N.
> '72 TR6
> 
Jeff,

It is my understanding that either Woodhead or Armstrong front shocks were 
installed on the TR4A, TR250 and TR6.

I sourced a NOS set of Woodhead shocks for my 72 6 project. I have the old 
shocks and will have to take a look to see if I can determine their 
manufacturer. 

Bob


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