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Shocks, Gaz or Protech
TAZZMAXX - 25/10/11 at 09:02 AM

This has probably been discussed ad infinitum and I have done a search but I think it's easier just to ask on this occasion. What is the general opinion on the two options? Does anyone have the part number to identify the GAZ Gold shock in the Haynes book? I've been on the GAZ website but can't pin down the exact type. In the Haynes book, the attachment points are nicely spherical but when you look at the GAZ photos, the attachments look tubular on some units and narrow tags on the others, which would possibly need spacers. Protech are available from Saturn and the prices look reasonable. Thoughts appreciated.


MikeRJ - 25/10/11 at 09:07 AM

Go with Protech, I'm not impressed with the quality of the Gaz dampers.


JimSpencer - 25/10/11 at 09:33 AM

Hi

I can't comment on the GAZ ones not used them.

But

Protech's obtained via Matt at Procomp, valved to suit the weight of your car, come highly recommended!


DixieTheKid - 25/10/11 at 10:13 AM

Talking of shocks, there freaking expensive! Im looking at some for my Westy but where do i start? Too many differnet types!


matty_64 - 25/10/11 at 05:51 PM

personally id go with protech.on my second pair of gaz and the seals have gone again after less than 18 months.will be replacing with protech over winter.


procomp - 25/10/11 at 06:06 PM

Hi

If your interested in purchasing Protech dampers that are valved specifically for your application and are balanced in pairs just give me a shout U2U Etc.
All valving and oils are to My specification and built by me and are not available from Protech direct or other Protech suppliers, beware off those making such claims.
These dampers are now being used on many championship winning cars involved in Kit car related motorsport.

2 1/4 Dia from £95 - 1.9 Dia from £91 - Double adjustables from £200.

Cheeers Matt


big_wasa - 25/10/11 at 06:19 PM

quote:
Originally posted by MikeRJ
Go with Protech, I'm not impressed with the quality of the Gaz dampers.


my gaz have done 10 miles and one started to leak.


TAZZMAXX - 25/10/11 at 07:48 PM

quote:
Originally posted by procomp
Hi

If your interested in purchasing Protech dampers that are valved specifically for your application and are balanced in pairs just give me a shout U2U Etc.
All valving and oils are to My specification and built by me and are not available from Protech direct or other Protech suppliers, beware off those making such claims.
These dampers are now being used on many championship winning cars involved in Kit car related motorsport.

2 1/4 Dia from £95 - 1.9 Dia from £91 - Double adjustables from £200.

Cheeers Matt


I'll probably give you a shout then Matt. Do you supply the springs as well?

Gareth


ickle - 25/10/11 at 08:23 PM

i am also intrested in a complete set shocks and springs to fit a

robin hood 2b with double wishbone front suspension and sierra swing arms on rear

car currently has zimmeride coilovers all round

and soon going to have a c20xe redtop engine

regards stuart
stuart.dingwall@sky.com


ickle - 31/10/11 at 08:41 PM

bump


mrwibble - 31/10/11 at 09:11 PM

i'd give matt and ivan a ring ickle, very helpful guys.


Hammy360 - 6/11/16 at 01:15 PM

quote:
Originally posted by procomp
Hi

If your interested in purchasing Protech dampers that are valved specifically for your application and are balanced in pairs just give me a shout U2U Etc.
All valving and oils are to My specification and built by me and are not available from Protech direct or other Protech suppliers, beware off those making such claims.
These dampers are now being used on many championship winning cars involved in Kit car related motorsport.

2 1/4 Dia from £95 - 1.9 Dia from £91 - Double adjustables from £200.

Cheeers Matt


Matt U2U sent


bi22le - 6/11/16 at 02:15 PM

Holly thread resurrection Batman!

Only 5 years 6 days or rest.

Its best to phone Procomp these days as they are less active on here.

I changed my fronts to Procomp provided Protechs from Gaz. Not a huge difference but certainly an improvement.