Shock absorbers

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ScreenName4DF7029AB0 Forum Participant Posts: 2
edited August 2022 in Caravans #1

Hi all!

I have a 1999 Elddis autustratus EB on a Peugeot boxer chassis.

I need a new front shock, but everywhere I look they say that they’re not suitable for motorhome use, even the ‘heavy duty’ ones, like these:

https://m.autodoc.co.uk/ridex/13558690

Can anyone help? At this rate I’m going to have to buy a pair that fit and just hope they last. 

thanks in advance. 

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  • EmilysDad
    EmilysDad Forum Participant Posts: 8,973
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    edited August 2022 #2

    It's good practice to replace suspension parts in pairs anyway

  • Piglumps
    Piglumps Forum Participant Posts: 1
    edited September 2022 #3

    I wouldn't have thought that either axle could be loaded beyond the manufacturer's rating, however the rear of the unit may have a large overhang causing significant 'bobbing' if underdamped. As you say you need a front one (as others say best changed in pairs) the normal heavy duty should be adequate for the purpose. 

  • ScreenName4DF7029AB0
    ScreenName4DF7029AB0 Forum Participant Posts: 2
    edited September 2022 #4

    Thanks for your help.

    I’ve ordered some online. Will let you know if they work out!

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