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'87 740 GL wagon rear shocks replacement problems 700 1987

posted by  chembrad on  Thu Sep 23 05:55 CST 2004
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I tried replacing my rear shocks on my 1987 740 GL wagon. I had no problem with the left rear; the replacement shock (Gabriel for $20 each) went in pretty easy.

But the right rear I couldn't get it to slip in no matter what I tried. In the morning when I looked at it again and compared it to the old shock, I realized that the upper mount had reduced clearance on the right rear as compared to the left rear. Yet Gabriel had both shocks with the same extended bushing.

When I called Gabriel, they were totally unaware of the problem. I'm not about to pay $100 for the Bilstein shock (which is lower quality with only a plastic piston sheath imo). I'm going to have to machine the extended bushing flush in order to make it fit in the right rear slot.

Anyone else had this problem? Let me know how you resolved it.







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    Anyone else had this problem? 700 1987

    posted by  someone claiming to be blondie on  Thu Sep 23 08:46 CST 2004 [RELATED]

    noone else use Gabreal on a volvo








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      Anyone else had this problem? 700 1987

      posted by  chembrad on  Wed Sep 29 09:58 CST 2004
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      What do you use?








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        Anyone else had this problem? 700 1987

        posted by  tvpierce on  Sat Oct 2 05:19 CST 2004
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        Bilstein or Boge. The latter is the OEM supplier. Your judgement of Bilstein's plastic sleeve is misguided. Plastic is a fantastic material when used in the proper application. The outer sleeve of the shock is only there to protect the shaft from dirt and dust. In this application, it's a better choice than metal because it won't rust.

        You will have a hard time finding a shock or strut that's built with cheaper components than Gabriel. You will be VERY lucky if they last you 2 years. Bilstein HD on the other hand are the best shocks and struts you can buy -- at any price. They will still be performing like brand new in 10 years. (BTW: Bilstein is OEM supplier for Mercedes)

        Personally, I went with a compromise: I just installed Bilstein Touring/Economy shocks and struts on my brick. They are an excellent value at $40 each. (in my humble opinion)

        Jeff Pierce
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        '93 945 Turbo ( one kickass family car ! ), '92 Mercedes 190E (my daily driver), '53 Willys-Overland Pickup (my snow-plow truck/conversation piece -- sold to a loving home), '85 Jeep CJ-7 w/ Fisher plow







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