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Posted 18 August 2006 - 08:52 PM

Posting on behalf of a friend who needs some help, anyone thats got any ideas would be great

On my latest project - I've come up against a small problem


I need to convert a front suspension strut from a Cav/Calibra/Astra to a short bodied strut

I'm in the process of converting to a 2.5 inch adjustable platform, but to enable sufficient suspension travel - I'm planning to shorten the body so to elimate bottoming out


This is how it stands at the moment -

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What I plan to do is cut down the strut body and use a shorter strut insert

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My problem is sourcing a shorter strut insert to fit into the suspension leg

Most suspension manufacturers only list model type etc -


What I basically need to know is what strut will fit into the body

This is a standard strut insert

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Has a diameter of 45 mm at the top where the locking nut secures it into the body, and a main diameter of 47mm



I'm struggling to find a shorter insert (from any make) that will fit into the leg



Help


Cheers



Dave


If possible could people ask around for him, its currently holding up his progress!! :D




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