Hi there folks This is so unjust. My 1985 300TD has failed its Warrant of Fitness because the rear hydraulic shock units on the self-levelling suspension are leaking tiny amounts of fluid. Result: automatic rejection 'cos WOFs cannot be issued in NZ for vehicles with dodgy shocks.
Now, you tell me: how often would these WOF inspectors detect a leaking gas shock? I'll tell you. Hardly ever. The two rear gas shocks on my Toyota Hilux 4WD were filled with nothing but rust and dust . They fell apart when I replaced them - after the vehicle had survived several WOF inspections, that is. Anyway, I'm needing two units to replace mine. Does anyone have a set in good condition going spare? Part number is A123 320 07 03. My vehicle number is WDB123190 2F 043108. Alternatively, I have been quoted half the MB dealer price for a no-star pair from the manufacturer, parallel-imported into NZ. What's the story here? How is that the manufacturer sells the units independently like this? Cheers Euan 1985 300TD 5-spd manual 201K miles _______________________________ Euan S Kennedy 5 Banks Avenue Shirley, Christchurch 8061 New Zealand Phone +64 3 980 5712 Cellphone 027 326 3245 E-mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]
