well if he/she can find a shop thats got parts for such an old worn out shock then great...but considering it is as old as it is
i doubt any shop would fix it and cost would be more in labor i would think than just buying a shock. can buy a used
up to date shock on ebay for $35.00 to $50.00 with more travel. But anyhow thats what i would do..to eaches own i suppose.