WD seat shock update

Finally getting around to posting an update on what I did. Gerald's info, Advance Auto, part #5752 was a pretty close match. Collapsed is the same length, it is about 3/4" longer extended, but that was not a problem. I used the stop ring off the old shock and welded it to the dust cover of the new shock at the same length. I used the rubber bushings that came in the new shock and seemed to work out ok. Here is a pic. Everything is original except the shock. It cost me like $27 with tax and a little time.

Wow that looks nice! You want to do one for me? LOL!

Mike

Ted this is a 53 WD with the factory 45 trans/rearend, so I "assume" this advance auto  part # works for a 45. As I said, it is about 3/4" longer but my seat sits right down on the spring.

I took the one off my CA to O'Reilly and they found one really close.

I used the spring that came off the tractor but it was the exact same length as another one I had from a parts tractor.
Leon B

I will have to get one and try it! Thanks !!! That might be a big help!
Mike in Iowa

Big Joe,
I ordered one of these shocks on ebay today. I hope it helps mine. Where did you find out how to set them?
Thanks
Pastor Mike

Pastor Mike,
  First of all, are you going to Hutch this year?  I've got something for you and I'll be there.  Otherwise, PM me your address etc. and I'll mail it.

  Now, I did some research on the air ride shocks and here is what I got. 
The  sock absorber can be adjusted by changing the air pressure and rebound damping force to suit various riding conditions.
Before  making  any  adjustments, however, read the following procedures:

AIR PRESSURE
The air pressure in the shock absorber can be adjusted for different roads and loading conditions.
The following table shows an example of air pressure adjustment. To obtain a suitable ride, adjust the air pressure as indicated.
The standard air pressure for an average-build rider of 68 kg (150 lb) with no passenger and no accessories is atmospheric  pressure.  Ordinarily,  the heavier the total load becomes, the higher the air pressure should be set.
THIS IS IMPORTANT:
1 pound per 10 pounds of rider, so 20 pounds for a 200 pound person and you are not supposed to use a compressor.  Too much air or too fast and you'll blow the seals.

Air Pressure Adjustment
Air Pressure        Setting    Load        Road
------------------------------------------------
Atmospheric        Soft        Light        Good
Pressure
       |                    /\            /\            /\
       |                     |             |             |
      \/                    \/            \/            \/
290 kPa
(3.0kg/cm², 43 psi) Hard     Heavy        Bad
MAX Air pressure is 43 psi!

TO ADJUST THE AIR PRESSURE
NOTE:    Check and adjust the air pressure when the rear shock absorbers are cold (room temperature).
A. Air Valve
B. Rebound Damping Force Adjuster (Just above the Air Valve-the numbers)
•    Check the air pressure with the air pressure gauge.
NOTE:    Do not use tire gauges for checking air pressure.  They may not indicate the correct air pressure because of air leaks that occur when the gauge is applied to the valve.
•    To lower the air pressure, push the valve core slightly.
    To raise the pressure, inject air through the valve with a tire pump.
    Change the air pressure within the range specified in the preceding table to suit various riding conditions.

NOTICE
Inject air little by little so that air pressure does not rise rapidly.
Air pressure exceeding 290 kPa (3.0 kg/cm (Squared), 43 psi) may damage the oil seal.

WARNING
Be sure to adjust the air pressure  within  the  specified range. Only use compressed air or nitrogen gas for filling the shocks. Under normal use heat is generated within the shock, so never use oxygen or any other kind of explosive gas to prevent the possibility of explosion. Do not incinerate the rear shock absorber since it may explode.


REBOUND DAMPING FORCE
    The rebound damping force adjuster on each rear shock absorber has 4 positions so that the rebound damping force can be adjusted for different
roads and loading conditions. The numbers on the adjuster show the setting position.
    The following table shows an example of damping force adjustment. To obtain stable handling and a suitable ride, adjust the damping force as indicated. The damping force can be left soft for average riding. But it should be adjusted harder for high speed riding or riding with a passenger. If the damping feels too soft or too stiff, adjust it in accordance with the following table.
    The standard setting position under the same conditions as in air pressure adjustment is No.II.

TO ADJUST THE DAMPING FORCE
•    Turn the adjusters to the desired position until you feel a click.
•    Check to see that both adjusters are turned to the same relative position.

REBOUND DAMPING FORCE ADJUSTMENT  (This is where the numbers on the shock come in)
Adjuster    Damping        Setting        Load        Road    Speed
Position    Force
    I                 |                Soft            Light        Good    Low
    II                |                    /\                /\            /\            /\
                      |                     |                 |             |             |
    III              \/                    \/                \/            \/            \/
    IIII        Stronger        Hard            Heavy      Bad      High

Thanks for all the info Ted and Big Joe! That is so so helpful!!!!
I hope my used shock is good and has not been blown. We will see when I get it and get a chance to put it on the WD.
I am busy watching grandsons today.
Pastor Mike

Edited by allischalmerguy - 18 Jul 2017 at 12:25pm

Bob, do you have some parts numbers for us?  From the super Beetles?  Thanx, Ted

garden_guy wrote: Grandpa put some sort of four position aftermarket seat (or maybe it was an AC offering?) on his WD when he first got it, he told me. It rides real nice; makes mowing for several hours quite easy. I can tell when I plow with my other tractor that the seat is not as comfy. No idea what seat this is, though.

I would be interested in any information about these seats too. My Grandpa's WD has had one since before me. I thought it was original, until seeing ones that are.

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