I'm not wishing to step on toes but not certain what the correct protocol is here.
I haven't received a pair of sockets purchased from @2b1ask1. As he's a long term member does anyone know what to expect from him? Is an indefinite wait and no communication normal?
The sockets were discussed...
Already done on Maseratilife years ago. For a Spyder it's a Bosch 0580313104. With float. The float can be removed for the other side. Cant remember which way round. Units readily available at various places for as little as £120 a side. Gasket and fixing rings are sold separately.
Last year I discussed suspension refurbishment with VPS.
https://www.vps-eu.com/shop
Specifically the service they provide for the 4200. Below is an extract from an email regarding their replacement bushes:
"We avoid polyurethane at all cost. It is commercialized material not suitable for any...
Have a couple of spares en route and will trial an alternative method to open the clam shell. Without the need to re-rivet. Will let you know how replacing the internal motor works out.
The marked opening is a fixing point for the assembly. The clam shell is riveted from the other side through this opening. The edges of the clam shell are easy enough to prise open. The riveted post also acts as a mount for an internal cover plate over the lock drive motor. Which doesn't...
No. He fabricated aluminium paddles as an exact match to his carbon set. Which are the same as mine and are longer than Valence paddles. Look closer and you will see the difference.
If it helps others decide
I read here that Stindig modelled the aluminium paddles on his carbon fibre set. Which do fit a 4200 as the fixings align perfectly. To do so you will need to lengthen the paddle slot in the lower cover to accommodate the shallower sweep of the arm.