Ken Chambers
Platinum Subscriber
Surplus Center has coil-over shocks that are a close fit for the
Amphicar front end - with two possible exceptions.
While the extended length and travel are very close to Amphicar
original, these units may be a bit weak. Spring rate is listed at 110
lbs/inch. I think the Maeco PK22K1 units they once sold (and I'm
still using with good success) were rated a bit stronger, perhaps
around 150 or 180 but I can't remember. Also the 3/8" bushings are
too small and would require 7/16" bushings pressed in (and then
drilled out a few thousandths to 12mm).
https://www.surpluscenter.com/item.asp?UID=2009091814301038&catname=&qty=1&item=28-1721
Anyway, the price is dirt cheap if anyone wants to experiment and
report back.
Best,
Ken Chambers
Amphicar front end - with two possible exceptions.
While the extended length and travel are very close to Amphicar
original, these units may be a bit weak. Spring rate is listed at 110
lbs/inch. I think the Maeco PK22K1 units they once sold (and I'm
still using with good success) were rated a bit stronger, perhaps
around 150 or 180 but I can't remember. Also the 3/8" bushings are
too small and would require 7/16" bushings pressed in (and then
drilled out a few thousandths to 12mm).
https://www.surpluscenter.com/item.asp?UID=2009091814301038&catname=&qty=1&item=28-1721
Anyway, the price is dirt cheap if anyone wants to experiment and
report back.
Best,
Ken Chambers