[DeTomaso] Todd attic parts question for the collective

[JDeRyke at aol.com]

In a message dated 9/17/12 6:07:34 AM, knottsj at galstar.com writes:

> I also have a set of used shocks and springs.  I remember some time back 
> it was discussed that they could be refurbed with changes in rebound rates 
> etc. Does anyone have any current info on who does the work and what is 
> available?  Is it less expensive to do this or just buy a current set?
> 
Only the black-painted Ariston shocks (originally built under licence from 
Koni) from the '71s can be rebuilt. The far more common blue '72-up Telecar 
shocks, when worn out, are worthless. Pat Mical at Future Auto in MA has 
occasionally rebuilt and even added adjustable-height spring perches to the 
Aristons. But even after all this, modern gas-pressurized Konis will work 
better and will have adjustable damping at little more cost than rebuilt but 
no-adjustable-damping OEMs. 'Course, the Aristons will be "stock" so are a 
benefit for show cars.   Good luck- J Deryke