thanks for the input Scott !
I have now passed my shock on to brook suspension. i've told him a few nsr-world members will be interested in what he can for me/us.
nice fella. younger than i expected. knew what he was talking about. he's going to evaluate what he can do for me and give me a price. we talked on the lines of a total strip and rebuild, revalve and respring for fast road/track days, plating refreshed on the body, new braided hose to the reservoir and valve installed on reservoir.

i'll let you know what he comes back with...

Dave.