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Subject:Re: Front Shocks Replacement
From:Ray Hunnam
Date:Tue, 21 Apr 1998 12:34:24 -0700

Yes Peter

Besides me ,  there is Stephen Overmyer  s.overmyer@uws.edu

Ray

peterleolkes wrote:

> My '89 Syncro  Deluxe Camper ( first registerd in '91) has about the
> same mileage and is also in need of front shockers. I would also
> appreciate answers to the questions below.
> By the way, whoever put together the stats re location of listees,
> thanks - interesting. I don't think I featured however.
> I am from Adelaide South Australia and have joined recently. Read the
> list with interest every day. Unfortuneately  I cannot take advantage of
> the parts/vans for sale due to my location.
> Anyone from Australia out there?
> Peter Leolkes
>
> Backus, Brian G wrote:
> >
> >         Are the front shocks on a 86 Vanagon "McPherson?  Has anyone
> > replaced them before.  Of course someone has.
> >
> >         I've never done McPherson Struts before.  Messing with big
> > springs sort of scares me.  Are the McPhereson strut tools universal?
> > Bunce Rental has one I can rent.  But how do I know it will fit?  I must
> > claim quiet a bit of ignorance here.  I haven't even looked at my Bently
> > yet.
> >
> >         My Van has 150,000 miles on it now and I'm used to the rough
> > ride that has developed.  I only notice that I need new shocks when I
> > ride in a newer car that tends to ride much smoother.
> >
> >         Also, are there some other things that I should tend to while
> > doing the Shocks?
> >
> >         Any pointers, clues, hints are very much welcome.  thanks.

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