Problem new gaz shocks 940

dafke · Nov 6th, 2017, 23:28

Hello , fellow brickers.

I just purchased new adjustable GAZ shocks from claasic swede.
I have problems with the lenght off the shocks.
i ordered standard lenght shocks.
When I compress my standard springs to the max, it's impossible to mount the top mount.
The lenght of the shaft off the shock isn't right.
The start of the thread is 4 cm shorter then a original shock.

I contacted classic swede , butt he doesn't answer !
What's wrong with this ?
Who can help me ?

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jor · Nov 7th, 2017, 08:40

When you do get the proper length shock also make sure that it has the 'shoulder' on the top, otherwise it won't fit....

jor

ie940 · Nov 7th, 2017, 14:51

Well if the body is shorter then surely you have issues mounting it in the housing without it banging about? Looks like it's shorter to accommodate lowering springs and a modified body.

lee4391 · Nov 7th, 2017, 15:08

I'll put my money on them being a shorter open length and not stock length, i don't think there is any coincidence that the 1st shortened option on classic swede is -40mm for a 700/900

reijo5 · Nov 7th, 2017, 17:14

Finer pitch threads to

bob12 · Nov 7th, 2017, 17:57

Have seen people complaining of problems with replacement shocks before!

deeman940 · Nov 7th, 2017, 20:11

Which kit did you order? 40mm?

dafke · Nov 7th, 2017, 21:09

deeman940
can you send me your email adress ?

thankx mate .

Casheye · Nov 9th, 2017, 08:03

I had exactly the same problem with the shocks and springs that I bought. And the same lack of communication from Dai. I'd send them back and get them from a different source. Of course if he isn't replying to you then you don't have too many options. Not living in the UK is going to prove problematic too.

The other problem I had with them was the locating nut that slides down over the shock to screw into the strut tower. You can see that the original has a neck to the top of the strut body which helps locate the strut in the centre of the tower but it isn't there on the Gaz strut.

That coupled with the fact that I got sent spacers and then got told that I'd need to cut them in half to get the fit right makes me think these shocks aren't even for these cars.

Steve940estate · Nov 9th, 2017, 11:13

Those who have been on here a long time know the history behind Classic Swede when there are problems, unfortunately people have short memories and he is still allowed to advertise on here.

Have a read on the LPG section.

Those in charge of the forum know about this as well unfortunately.

Nov 6th, 2017, 23:28	#1
dafke New Member Last Online: Apr 7th, 2024 01:07 Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: leuven	Problem new gaz shocks 940 Hello , fellow brickers. I just purchased new adjustable GAZ shocks from claasic swede. I have problems with the lenght off the shocks. i ordered standard lenght shocks. When I compress my standard springs to the max, it's impossible to mount the top mount. The lenght of the shaft off the shock isn't right. The start of the thread is 4 cm shorter then a original shock. I contacted classic swede , butt he doesn't answer ! What's wrong with this ? Who can help me ? [IMG] upload pictures[/IMG]

Nov 7th, 2017, 08:40	#2
jor VOC 20573 Last Online: Jul 10th, 2023 22:14 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: wembley	When you do get the proper length shock also make sure that it has the 'shoulder' on the top, otherwise it won't fit.... jor __________________ Volvo 940 SE 1994 D24Tic. BMW C1 85 mpg

Nov 7th, 2017, 14:51	#3
ie940 Senior Member Last Online: Apr 19th, 2024 11:35 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: East Mids	Well if the body is shorter then surely you have issues mounting it in the housing without it banging about? Looks like it's shorter to accommodate lowering springs and a modified body.

Nov 7th, 2017, 15:08	#4
lee4391 Member Last Online: Sep 10th, 2023 15:32 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Reading	I'll put my money on them being a shorter open length and not stock length, i don't think there is any coincidence that the 1st shortened option on classic swede is -40mm for a 700/900

Nov 7th, 2017, 17:14	#5
reijo5 Junior Member Last Online: Mar 23rd, 2024 16:46 Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: witney	Finer pitch threads to

Nov 7th, 2017, 17:57	#6
bob12 bob12 Last Online: Yesterday 18:44 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Woking	Have seen people complaining of problems with replacement shocks before!

Nov 7th, 2017, 20:11	#7
deeman940 Master Member Last Online: Apr 4th, 2024 17:58 Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: watford	Which kit did you order? 40mm?

Nov 7th, 2017, 21:09	#8
dafke New Member Last Online: Apr 7th, 2024 01:07 Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: leuven	deeman940 can you send me your email adress ? thankx mate .

Nov 9th, 2017, 08:03	#9
Casheye Senior Member Last Online: Apr 22nd, 2024 08:06 Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Hayle	I had exactly the same problem with the shocks and springs that I bought. And the same lack of communication from Dai. I'd send them back and get them from a different source. Of course if he isn't replying to you then you don't have too many options. Not living in the UK is going to prove problematic too. The other problem I had with them was the locating nut that slides down over the shock to screw into the strut tower. You can see that the original has a neck to the top of the strut body which helps locate the strut in the centre of the tower but it isn't there on the Gaz strut. That coupled with the fact that I got sent spacers and then got told that I'd need to cut them in half to get the fit right makes me think these shocks aren't even for these cars.

Nov 9th, 2017, 11:13	#10
Steve940estate Steam Driven PC Owner. Last Online: Mar 4th, 2024 23:50 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Not sure.	Those who have been on here a long time know the history behind Classic Swede when there are problems, unfortunately people have short memories and he is still allowed to advertise on here. Have a read on the LPG section. Those in charge of the forum know about this as well unfortunately.

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