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Old 23-03-2014, 10:52 AM   #181
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I do still want to chase some from wrecking yards, I just haven't gotten around to it.
I understand about the turn around time.

I don't have firm pricing yet, but as said in the original post, between $200-$250.
How about I'll put a maximum of $250 for this first lot, and you'll likely get a pleasant surprise. It will likely be closer to $200.
I'll add the amount from the wrecking yards to the price of those that haven't sent me any, and will refund that amount on return of your dead ones.

Are you all happy with that?
If so, start sending me PM's with 100% confirmations, and I'll reply with postal details.
Question is are you still making them, interested in a set
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Old 24-03-2014, 01:03 PM   #182
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I can still make these, for race use only.
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Old 24-03-2014, 07:33 PM   #183
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So how diff are they from gen and could i get away with them for street use
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Old 24-03-2014, 09:18 PM   #184
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So how diff are they from gen and could i get away with them for street use
The first post explains the differences very well.

They are great on the street, but not technically legal unfortunately, due to silly regulations.
I've had mine on for more than 20,000k with no wear on the poly bush at all.

I can make them and sell them to you for race use only. Whatever you do with them once they're out of my hands is your business...
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Old 25-03-2014, 08:48 AM   #185
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Whats the price and how soon can i get a pair on the rear
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Old 28-03-2014, 01:27 PM   #186
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Whats the price and how soon can i get a pair on the rear
$250 plus freight.
Can make a set next week, will need your old ones.
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Old 01-04-2014, 07:34 PM   #187
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$250 plus freight.
Can make a set next week, will need your old ones.
Will have to wait a little while now mate have just lost reverse in the auto and box is getting replaced on Monday if all goes well, but will be in touch when needed

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Old 01-04-2014, 10:08 PM   #188
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Just like to publicly thank Rick. He took the time to rush through and send to WA a replacement set and I got em and they're in the car, all ready for busselton race! Thanks rick
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Old 24-04-2014, 08:01 PM   #189
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Do u still make them or where could i get set mine stuff with 350000 :(
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Old 24-04-2014, 08:49 PM   #190
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Do u still make them or where could i get set mine stuff with 350000 :(

I can make them and sell them to you for race use only. Whatever you do with them once they're out of my hands is your business...
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Old 22-05-2014, 10:28 AM   #191
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hey sox are you able to sell this as a kit ?. mine need doin bad but cant find any old and cant take car off the road to post mine in.
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Old 01-06-2014, 09:12 PM   #192
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Im interested in a set if theyre still available
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Old 01-06-2014, 09:45 PM   #193
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Old 02-06-2014, 06:17 PM   #194
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ok sweet how do i go about getting my current mounts to you and how much?
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Old 13-06-2014, 12:39 AM   #195
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hi Sox hopefully getting my hands on a set of stuffed mounts shortly , i have been reading this post with interest as i now tool around in AU2 5L FAIRLANE ( The Whale ) thinking the mounts in it are on the way out and wish to replace them at the same time as shocks , cost is $250 and what is the cost to send to WA . If all went well possible that i would be sending two sets back to you .
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Old 03-07-2014, 09:10 PM   #196
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Love the work you have done after mine have flogged out I turned the top plate over which pulled the rubber up tight seems really tight as I don't know in depth what I've done will I have failure elseware
Currently not working so funds are very limited.
Was thinking of just making a solid plate to Mount to.
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Old 01-08-2014, 01:36 PM   #197
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Stilldoing these?
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Old 05-09-2014, 03:51 PM   #198
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I require a pair of rear shock mounts for an auii xr6
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Old 05-09-2014, 03:56 PM   #199
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Stilldoing these?
Please could someone put me in contact with Sox so I can get rear shock mounts
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Old 05-09-2014, 04:04 PM   #200
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Will have to wait a little while now mate have just lost reverse in the auto and box is getting replaced on Monday if all goes well, but will be in touch when needed

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i need some too
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hey sox are you able to sell this as a kit ?. mine need doin bad but cant find any old and cant take car off the road to post mine in.
i need some too
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Old 05-09-2014, 09:01 PM   #202
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I think that for legal reasons Sox could not progress any further on this as it is considered a suspension mod and would need expensive certification.

According to the authorities, old clapped out and broken mounts are safer than an improved set.

You could however if the mount is not too far gone, space the spiggot slightly so you get more contact with the rubber bush.

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How bad are yours still in one peace I found turning the top plate over removed all the play in the shock mounts give it a go cost nil.

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How bad are yours still in one peace I found turning the top plate over removed all the play in the shock mounts give it a go cost nil.

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Mine are still ok.
I wouldnt turn the top over as it needs to pivot freely as the suspension travels and will put stress on the mount and strut shaft.
You would be better off putting it back in the original position and pack it a little with some rubber etc.
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Old 16-09-2014, 11:12 AM   #205
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I have also turned the top plate over and been well over a year now and its still ok..
not the ideal solution but it works..
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Old 21-09-2014, 11:46 PM   #206
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I liked that it pulled my suspention down and made it tight.
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Old 25-11-2014, 10:03 PM   #207
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Hello. Not sure if you are able to help or not. We are chasing rear upper shock mounts for a 1998 au sedan with irs. We have rang a number of places and can not get any. Is it these that you have been making or know of where we could purchase any?

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Old 27-11-2014, 11:51 AM   #208
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Hello. Not sure if you are able to help or not. We are chasing rear upper shock mounts for a 1998 au sedan with irs. We have rang a number of places and can not get any. Is it these that you have been making or know of where we could purchase any?

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Eric
I have been looking ofr a pair also. Ford dealer advises the parts no longer available. Center Ford in Kilmore have on right hand side mount available at $350 (as at this morning). What to do?
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Old 27-11-2014, 11:57 AM   #209
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ok sweet how do i go about getting my current mounts to you and how much?
Hi Sox, I'm interested also in having a pair made.
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This is to Sox can I plz have a pair made for me have been reading this third page and sounds the from everyony
Have been looing and looking and have found you lol.Only my righthand 1 is gone at the moment but would better to get a new set and send my old set to you plz get bk on how we can go thanks
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