Cracked Shock

[Kimble]

This is on my R400k SV.  Has anyone ever experienced similar?

I obviously need to repair, unsure whether to have them all renovated by Bilstein or replacing with something else (Nitrons?).

[SLR No.77]

That's.not the shock body it's only the adjuster sleeve, Caterham should be able to supply a replacement and should be straightforward to swap once the shock is removed.

Stu.

[Kimble]

Thank you Stu.  I can see what you mean now.  That's going to save me a few quid!

[SLR No.77]

This is the full kit but if you speak to Caterham they might be able to supply just one sleeve, or post a wanted ad, someone might have a spare!

Stu.

[Kimble]

They sell the sleeves as individuals, just ordered one.

Thanks again.

[SLR No.77]

It's amazing how much you can save in the 20 minutes since post #1 

[ECR]

Assuming the replacement sleeve is identical to the cracked one, remember to take measurements before removing the defective part...

[Wrightpayne]

Stu,

You should be on 'saving' commission :-)

[paul richards]

From memory I think you may have to remove the top eye on the shock absorber to replace the sleeve. It can be very tight. If you are gripping the chrome rod of the shocker make sure you use a vice with aluminium jaws to avoid damage.