Well.....just my thoughts, but the main "holding force" for the shocks is the tension on the bolt(s) clamping the ferrule/eyelet against the mounting bracket.
LOTS of people have had trouble removing those bolts, due to being seized into the sleeve (MANY PEOPLE!!)
Maybe Sachs decided better to leave a clearance hole rather then a tight fit?
Once clamped up tight, I don't imaging that the shock will want to move. (?)
I checked your part number (as you did I guess!), and it seem sthat is the correct unit.
As an idea.....why not get some 0.8-1mm plastic sheet, cut it to correct length and width, and use it as a "sleeve".
Just warm it up to get the tubular shape.
I never really got my head around "spigot rings" for wheels....a piece of plastic to support the wheel to the hub...when you have 5 "big bolts" that clamp tight to hold it.....but many say they are "needed".
I just think it's makes centralising the wheel easier!
A van of 2 tonne weight, over a bump, comes out at something like 10 tonnes per wheel.....does that plastic ring REALLY make a difference?!?!?!
Just make sure it's a sleeve, and not a trouser leg!!!
Sorry, if you ever see my other posts, you'll know my sense of humour!
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