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Subject Topic: tired suspension,
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09/9/2007 at 11:36pm
 Location: sheffield
 Outfit: abbey piper 1400l
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Hi there

Am in need of some advise from you clever folks out there.I own a 1984 cosalt piper 1400l and need to refurb the suspension.I realise that parts for the old girl are probably rare as hens teeth,and also realise that only ALKO will probably be able to refurb the axle (if they still stock the parts).

Bearing in mind the age and value of my van,i would like to know if anyone out there has any info regarding diy repairs,mods etc.I have thought about a second hand axle and also about the possibility of fitting conventional shock absorbers as replacements.Any help would be greatfully recieved from you guys as i dont think spending £300-400 would be justified considering the vans age.

On the other hand,considering the amount we paid for her and the pleasure we,ve had in the short time we.ve been touring,we'd like to do everything we can to keep her going a wee while longer.

Hope you can help.

steve e



10/9/2007 at 9:29pm
 Location: Lancashire
 Outfit: Caravan now Sold
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hi contact al-ko www.ak-ko.co.uk  ask which other vans the axle was fitted to because a replacement is the only way i think. ask here too

http://www.lycoseshop.co.uk/epages/luk.storefront/?ObjectPath=/Shops/caravanpanels.com/Categories/parts21



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10/9/2007 at 9:30pm
 Location: Nottigham
 Outfit: None Entered
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Hi Steve,

Try RPH Leisure Nottingham,They are a trailer spares and sales but they also do caravan running gear ,wheels etc

Chris



11/9/2007 at 7:18pm
 Location: sheffield
 Outfit: abbey piper 1400l
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Thanks fellas

will give it a go and let you know

 

regards

steve e




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