shocks

I started to disassemble my M416 and start the restoration process. It looks like the shocks are the original ones and need to be replaced. Anyone have a suggestion for replacement shocks? I don't care if they're "original" type shocks or not. Anyone have a NAPA, Auto Zone, or Advance Auto parts number for something that will fit the M416? The cheaper the better.

 

You want NAPA part no. RR 94038
Price: $14.59

These are the same shocks that fit the front axle on GPW,MB, CJ2, CJ3 and early CJ5 jeeps. These shocks will also fit the MBT/T3, M100 and Bantam T3-C trailers.

From www.NAPAonline.com:

Upper Mount:Loop Type 5/8" x 1 5/16"
Lower Mount:Loop Type 5/8" x 1 5/16"
Compressed Length:11.250"
Extended length:17.875"
Travel Length:6.625"
Dust Shield:Yes
Parts Pack(s) #411

See it here:

http://www.napaonline.com/MasterPag...iption=Shock+Absorber+-+NAPA+Response+-+Front

 

And check out this thread on shocks for jeep trailers:

http://www.g503.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=72270&highlight=shock+absorber

And this one for information on M416 parts in general:

http://www.g503.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=107372&highlight=shock+absorber

 

Excellent! Thanks for the info RB

 

Went to my local NAPA store today to get those shocks. He said he didn't have them in stock, nor could he get them from the warehouse. He also couldn't get them from the manufacturer. I'm not sure why. I guess I'll have to order them online.

 

I find that odd, because it should be a regularly stocked item.

Try another parts chain. What you need is front shocks for a CJ2,CJ3 or early CJ5.

 

I just picked these up from my flaps a couple days ago for $18 and change with tax....they fit great! Remember to pick up new cotter pins while you are there....