Hi
Can anyone tell me what can be done to repair leaking dampers? Is there a kit that one can use to repair these dampers?
Thanks
Leaking dampers
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Re: Leaking dampers
Unfortunately the only way to repair them is to exchange them for reconditioned ones, or you can buy new rear ones from here,
http://morrisminorspares.co.uk/shop/pro ... 71bc6be1c3
You can buy the replacement front seals quite easily, they are 27mm dia, 17mm bore by 5mm thick.
I have actually devised way of repairing rear dampers that involves the use of a router, a drill press and a method the same set up as the way a half shaft uses a O ring to create the oil seal. I have repaired one of my rears and am currently road testing it. I will take some photos when I do the other and do a writeup so I can create a thread on how to do a DIY repair.
http://morrisminorspares.co.uk/shop/pro ... 71bc6be1c3
You can buy the replacement front seals quite easily, they are 27mm dia, 17mm bore by 5mm thick.
I have actually devised way of repairing rear dampers that involves the use of a router, a drill press and a method the same set up as the way a half shaft uses a O ring to create the oil seal. I have repaired one of my rears and am currently road testing it. I will take some photos when I do the other and do a writeup so I can create a thread on how to do a DIY repair.
Richard
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Re: Leaking dampers
How bad is the leak - if the bearings are worn, new seals won't help. Heavier oil will leak less! Try a fill with SAE 40.


