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1952-59 Ford Shocks?

Discussion in 'Off Topic Hot Rods & Customs' started by Baggs, Aug 30, 2011.

  1. Baggs
    Joined: Feb 1, 2009
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    Baggs
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    What should I shop for on my 54 Victoria? It's lowered approx 3-4inches all the way around
     
  2. Retro Jim
    Joined: May 27, 2007
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    Well you might have to do some measuring and go from there . Maybe a Mustang or Fairlane from the mid 60's might be a start .

    Jim
     
  3. JeffB2
    Joined: Dec 18, 2006
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    from Phoenix,AZ

    Send our member ct fortner a pm he can give you the KYB shock numbers numbers He used,it's back in the archives.
     
  4. Ole don
    Joined: Dec 16, 2005
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    My 55 is lowered with blocks front and rear. I used the KYB they sell for the stock 55 and they seem to be fine.
     
  5. Retro Jim
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  6. Baggs
    Joined: Feb 1, 2009
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    thanks for the help guys! i did end up ordering the front shocks from the link retrojim posted. i got the rears from napa here locally for 16.00 a piece!! so i should be good to go once i get them!!
     
  7. Paul Selfe
    Joined: May 19, 2010
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    Lowered the front of my 56, 3 in. (Aerostar springs) bought original replacement Gabriel's from Autozone for 20 bucks each. Rides just fine. Paul Selfe.
     

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