Vintage Cars: 1956 Triumph Tr3, apple hydraulics, triumph tr3

Question
How can you tell if the rear shocks need replaced?

Answer
If one or both are leaking around the lever shaft, rebuild both. Otherwise, judge by handling over humps and bumps. If it bounces more than once, replace or rebuild both. You can also get an idea by leaning down hard on each rear corner and letting it go: no rebound. Apple Hydraulics (Calverton, NY) do rebuilds. But first, of course, check the oil level in them. Make sure to use the right Girling oil (Moss 220-304).