Rear Shock Issue
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Rear Shock Issue
I put a new set of springs and shocks in my ‘70 442. Stock front and rear. I’m not sure of the brand of the rear shocks - bought them from Fusick. Advertised as gas replacement shocks. When going over even small bumps the rear driver side Spring becomes unseated. I suspect that the reach on the shock absorber is too long and pushing down on the axle, causing the spring to unseat. Any suggestions ? Maybe try a different set of shocks ? I’m not sure of the quality of these shock absorbers.
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Apparently the spiral shocks that I used are junk. Obviously I have to find a new pair for the rear - the reach is just too long. Someone mentioned that these exact model shocks are sold for many makes and models - one shock fits all. My concern now is finding a new pair that will not affect the stance of my car since I have the same junk brand in the front. Any recommendations on a good set of shocks for the rear ? Is it necessary to install a new set of four ? Thanks - Mike
Last edited by Bigmikey65; June 17th, 2022 at 08:22 AM.
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Thank you Joe and Ken. Cheap = Expensive. Shocks are one of those tasks that you do once. Extremely important and worth doing right. I should have researched more options from the very beginning. I really hate getting ripped off. Like you I work hard - has integrity disappeared ?
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Hey Mikey, you don't mention whether any other suspension work has been done. Were all control arm bolts tightened/torqued with the weight on the wheels? If not, this will leave the suspension artificially high.
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this^^^^^ It could be as simple as putting jackstands under the axle and ramps under the front, then loosen and retorque the control arm bolts.
#16
The suspension has an upward travel limit that is solely based on the shock length. Whether it was torqued with or without the weight on the wheels is irrelevant to this issue. Torquing the bolts without the weight on the wheels will only cause binding in the bushings but it can't extend the travel past the extended length of the installed shock.
#17
*shocks are the downward limiters. But, yeah, I get it.
The real question is: have they come unseated while driving? If not, I wouldn't worry about it, unless you're jumping it Duke boys- style.
The real question is: have they come unseated while driving? If not, I wouldn't worry about it, unless you're jumping it Duke boys- style.
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