Can anyone recommend a bespoke car damper rod supplier

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Can anyone recommend a bespoke car damper rod supplier

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I know it's got four wheels but my Japanese import Toyota has failed the MOT on leaky front dampers, and I can't find anyone who'll supply a pair to fit.

So... does anyone know...

1) someone who can check through Toyota's spares lists and find a part from a UK vehicle that would fit

2) someone who can strip and repair the existing struts

3) someone who can make a custom made pair

4) where to get the precise model designation from the chassis number?

I MIGHT have found a used pair in NZ but if I can source them in the UK, that would be a LOT easier.
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Re: Can anyone recommend a bespoke car damper rod supplier

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There's a Japanese market specialist in Horsham iirc, but can't remember their name, Google it?
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Not used this site:

https://toyota.epc-data.com/

but I have used a similar site to source BMW parts (brake discs in particular as there are 2 sizes listed for front & rear for my car).

You should be able to find the exact part number and any replacement part numbers.
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Silly Car wrote: Sun Apr 23, 2023 10:46 am Not used this site:

https://toyota.epc-data.com/

but I have used a similar site to source BMW parts (brake discs in particular as there are 2 sizes listed for front & rear for my car).

You should be able to find the exact part number and any replacement part numbers.
Terrific... now got the precise vehicle model, plus part numbers. That's a real help.

Now to find out if anyone can supply them!
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Rockburner wrote: Sat Apr 22, 2023 6:53 pm There's a Japanese market specialist in Horsham iirc, but can't remember their name, Google it?
I will do so. That was my first port of call, but I'll have another look with Horsham in the search
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Try mailto:perrysonline@perrys.co.uk, give them the details you have
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mel wrote: Sun Apr 23, 2023 11:00 pm Try mailto:perrysonline@perrys.co.uk, give them the details you have
Or ring them 01484 509087
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mel wrote: Sun Apr 23, 2023 11:02 pm
mel wrote: Sun Apr 23, 2023 11:00 pm Try mailto:perrysonline@perrys.co.uk, give them the details you have
Or ring them 01484 509087
Excellent plan... when I get my voice back ;)

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No idea about parts but I use this place to service my car as they can update Mazda's online service records and specialise in Japanese cars. Only in Kings Langley so not far from you.
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*Bespoke* Toyota dampers?? LMFAO!!