|
|
Post by tartanbug on Apr 27, 2017 18:52:02 GMT
I was hoping that someone here could advise me what springs and shock absorbers were originally fitted to the Bug?
My own belief is Girling units but I can't seem to find any hard evidence of this online. I have, however, found that Gaz, Hagon & Spax all do new replacement units.
Any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
|
|
|
|
Post by ayrbugger on Apr 27, 2017 19:20:21 GMT
tartanbug,
Not sure of the answer to your dilemma, however with you "handle" are you based in Scotland.
I am based in Ayr if thats close to you
Bill
|
|
|
|
Post by karl on Apr 27, 2017 19:55:29 GMT
I've had spax and Hagon on my bug. Hagon give a more firmer ride. I've travelled alot in my bug and I prefer the spax out of the two.
I've also found with the hagons the chrome springs corrode quick.
|
|
|
|
Post by tartanbug on Apr 27, 2017 20:44:21 GMT
Thanks for the replies.
Yes Bill, I'm in Falkirk so not that far away.
We all know which parts came off which donors (more or less) but I can't seem to find anything regarding the suspension.
Does anyone know?
David
|
|
|
|
Post by karl on Apr 27, 2017 21:04:39 GMT
I bought my spax direct from spax and Hagon through bbss (can also buy direct). Currently on hagons.
|
|
|
|
Post by Stiffy on Apr 27, 2017 23:23:36 GMT
I also use Hagons but with a lower spring rating. If you speak to Hagon they will accommodate your needs.
|
|
|
|
Post by ayrbugger on Apr 28, 2017 10:05:43 GMT
tartanbug,
I am off to France to assist a widow woman pack but on my return will contact you and arrange a meet.
There is a Bug in Blairgowrie so could invite them if they wish?
Is your Bug on the road or in restoration.
Bill
|
|
|
|
Post by redbug on Apr 28, 2017 13:30:15 GMT
The bug in Blairgowrie is mine,engine out at the moment. But happy to meet up with you guys at some point.
|
|
|
|
Post by tartanbug on Apr 30, 2017 1:54:38 GMT
I don't actually own a Bug yet Bill. Also happy to meet up too.
Redbug, are you George by any chance?
|
|
|
|
Post by Biggles on Apr 30, 2017 11:25:49 GMT
Can also use Avo's ....
|
|
|
|
Post by tartanbug on Apr 30, 2017 13:40:13 GMT
I've been doing some more digging and it appears that coilovers can be put together from just about any combination of parts. I think Reliant may have done just that back in 1970.
Looking online, the Bug units are very similar to Hillman Minx parts and it got me thinking. What if these fit or have the same dimensions?
Obviously it's just a theory but to me it makes perfect sense (sort of).
|
|
|
|
Post by redbug on May 1, 2017 12:10:40 GMT
Yes, I am George. You must be Dave.
|
|
|
|
Post by tartanbug on May 1, 2017 13:43:39 GMT
Yes mate. Hope you and the family are all well.
|
|
|
|
Post by floydy on Jun 12, 2017 20:49:49 GMT
I found an original new unused Bond Bug OEM front shock many years ago. Blue painted body with black springs and manufactured by Girling. It's now fitted to 'DNY'
|
|
