i'm looking at new front shocks for my 74 but all the images are of just straight damper units. i know generic library images are used often but i'm a tad confused.

the picture shows the hub/stub axle is welded to the damper. i have found an image of this but it's listed as 911.

can someone explain what i have / should have? the rotors are 4 stud all around.


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The 914 front strut takes a shock insert. What you are seeing is the housing. the shock is inside and called a front strut insert. The insert can be replaced without removing the entire strut.

Often called a cartridge, the shock drops into strut. You can't see the front shock when it's installed.

I just happened to have one close by to take a picture of. A complete front 911 Carrera setup that I bought from Dave – Toolguy.

Bob B
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thanks for that info. does the shock cartridge just sit inside the outer tube or does it screw in?

It drops down inside and a lock ring tightens down over top of the cartridge. You con use a lock ring spammer or a pipe wrench to remove. Sometimes it can be very stubborn and some heat (propane or map gas) on the tube near the top can aid with removal.

I just happened to have a picture.

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