Houdaille shock cover question

[30cabriolet]

I am planning on rebuilding a set of Houdaille shocks, but the covers on this set are different from others I have rebuilt. These shocks have only a taller cover that tapers at the end; there is no lock ring or O-ring.
Has anyone ever disassembled a shock with this type cover? If I do get these apart, what would be the best way to reseal them since there is no lock ring or o-ring?

 

[Kurt in NJ]

I think you have the crimped on type like my 36, they do not like to come off ,in talking to some rebuilders I have been told the housing gets threaded for a different cover ---I had thought about the possibility of welding on a new lip and re-crimping them.

 

[Brentwood Bob]

Sounds like these are the press-on type from after model a time period, and not rebuildable. Suggest you start searching for a set of rebuildable cores, or contact robert paul in yoder colorado, he advertises in marc/model a news. He has what you need, and is a reputable long time rebuilder.

 

[Ken B]

Does anyone have Robert Paul's contact information regarding shocks? I misplaced his phone number and address in Yoder, CO
Thanks,
Ken