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Camaro Research Group Discussion => Restoration => Topic started by: garyg257 on November 23, 2019, 02:48:10 PM
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Has anyone had any luck finding someone to rebuild the original, factory shock absorbers? I know you can buy replacements with the original part numbers and stamp in the date codes but I would love to be able to reuse the originals. Thanks
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Dan's Shocks
https://dansshocks.com/
Note: never used his services so I can't vouch for the quality or service. But there are not many others that i know of.
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This may be the same guy
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Rebuilt-Delco-spiral-shocks-Buick-Pontiac-Oldsmobile-Cadillac-56-57-58-59-60-61/223165161647?hash=item33f5ae20af:g:kIwAAOSw~jxbzKxE:sc:FedExHomeDelivery!92563!US!-1&vxp=mtr
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Thanks for the reply. I will be contacting Dan's Shocks to see what he says. It sounds like just what I am looking for. THANKS AGAIN
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That ad says no Camaro GTO Chevelle or Nova. I'd ask what does rebuild mean. If it means drilling a little hole and putting fluid in and sealing the hole then I wouldn't consider that rebuilt. Most shocks leak because the Piston is worn out.
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I asked him about what shocks he had a few years ago, and he told me no Chevelle, camaro, GTO , nova. I think that means he doesn't have those on hand, but can rebuild them if provided.
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The design of the shock makes it very difficult to rebuild. There have been a couple of people that do it over the years, no recollection on how good the product was, but I know the discussion has happened before and is in the archives.
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Dan (Dan’s Shocks) has rebuilt two sets of original spiral shocks for my Camaros in the past 2 years. His work is excellent however the service is specialized and expensive with the turnaround time exceeding 6 months. He is the go-to for spiral shock rebuilding in the NCRS Community. I would call Dan directly to discuss your needs as he’s often seriously backlogged and overwhelmed however he does get the work done.
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I just had a set of shocks arrive from Dan last week for one of my '68 Camaros and they look and work like factory new and can recommend him , however he did take four months which he made clear when I ordered them.
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how much per shock for rebuild?
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how much per shock for rebuild?
The last time I checked, it was 250.00 per shock...Joe
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Yes they where $250.00Ea.
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Well if I could find a set of 3192851, I would be ready to give the guy a shot..😁
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That's the rear set he just sent me , he may have more!
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$250 each would buy a nice set of Koni's... :)
Factory shocks, even HD ones, in that time frame lasted about a year in my experience... I doubt these rebuilt ones would last as long (if you really want to DRIVE the car)...
When I bought my '69 z28, it had the originals on it; I immediately replaced them with Gabriel Strider adjustables (which are still on it now which work just fine parked in the garage!).. I have a new set of Konis for it when I again drive it...
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$250 each would buy a nice set of Koni's... :)
Factory shocks, even HD ones, in that time frame lasted about a year in my experience... I doubt these rebuilt ones would last as long (if you really want to DRIVE the car)...
When I bought my '59 z28, it had the originals on it; I immediately replaced them with Gabriel Strider adjustables (which are still on it now which work just fine parked in the garage!).. I have a new set of Konis for it when I again drive it...
Gary, you're right, original shocks are needed for technical judging events and for completeness of the car if originality is important. I would not leave rebuilt shocks installed on a car that's driven on a regular basis. New shock technology is affordable and the resulting ride quality is superior.
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Cannot remember name but there is a prime builder the ncrs guys use. Used to be around $800 for a set.
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Dan has done shocks for me also. Very nice work . Its expensive and takes along time . Not for everyone. He has a set of mine right now.