Darksider Shocks
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 266
Likes: 0
From: Erin, Tn.
Darksider Shocks
Is there any shock company that sells shocks by length? My 55 has been lowered by using lowering shackles, removing some leafs and relocating the front spring hanger. To add to the confusion I am using a 12 bolt C#@&* rearend with Bronco II shock mounts. I need a shock with hoops on both ends and run about 11.5" Mount to Mount.
Thank You
Thank You
Logistics Pro
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 4,644
Likes: 55
From: Moro Bay, AR
Here's a QA1 shock from Summit Racing that might fit the bill.
QA1 Precision Products STS1572P - QA1 Street Star Shocks - Overview - SummitRacing.com
QA1 Precision Products STS1572P - QA1 Street Star Shocks - Overview - SummitRacing.com
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 266
Likes: 0
From: Erin, Tn.
Thanks Jeff. That does look like it will work. I was also wondering after looking at another post about gas tanks if I could fab up another crossmember and move the shock forward on the frame. That would allow a longer shock. Is there a certain degree of angle you don't want to exceed?
Laughing Gas
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 914
Likes: 51
From: SW Missouri
As far as your shocks any good parts store should be able to get you shocks based on the dimensions you gave. I know Monroe has books listing shock dimensions and the parts numbers for those shocks. You will need open and closed measurements and the diameter of the shock bolt mount.
Logistics Pro
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 4,644
Likes: 55
From: Moro Bay, AR
I can tell you now that the shocks that dimension are for the front of a 80s Chebbie van. Been there already, tried the Monroe Selectrac, way too stiff for the rear of my truck. Went to the Monroe OEM replacement, much better but still a little stiff. I have yet to buy the QA1s, but they are in the plans.
Tuned
Joined: Aug 2010
Posts: 408
Likes: 3
From: Oregon
Lead Driver
Joined: Apr 2002
Posts: 8,813
Likes: 13
From: Littleton, New Hampshire
Don't go over about 30 degrees or you lose a lot of the shock's effectiveness. I put a Chevy 10 bolt under my 49 and I'm using stock 55 Ford truck rear shocks...
Trending Topics
Posting Guru
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 1,849
Likes: 0
From: S.C.
Donnie your truck looks great what mirror are you using? are they functional? try bilstein shocks Posies has them along with a few other vendors, they are about $100 each however, in my opinion they are worth it. mine are great! Also try RCD &CPP
Last edited by jaye; Jan 22, 2011 at 10:15 AM. Reason: spelling
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership
Brett Foote
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches
Pouria Savadkouei
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained
Brett Foote
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
More Turbo
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 528
Likes: 4
From: Charelston, Illinois
Donnie,
I worked with QA1 and Bilstein engineers trying to get the best shock for my truck. I ended up going with a set of Bilstein shocks (55-RO67; $90 each) which I bought through Posies. If you call Posies, try to speak with Todd or Chris (717.566.3340).
I first went with a set from the local autoparts store and the truck rode terrible. The new shocks from Posies made the truck ride soooo much better.
Lance
I worked with QA1 and Bilstein engineers trying to get the best shock for my truck. I ended up going with a set of Bilstein shocks (55-RO67; $90 each) which I bought through Posies. If you call Posies, try to speak with Todd or Chris (717.566.3340).
I first went with a set from the local autoparts store and the truck rode terrible. The new shocks from Posies made the truck ride soooo much better.
Lance
Logistics Pro
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 4,644
Likes: 55
From: Moro Bay, AR
Lance, do you happen to know the dimensions on those Bilsteins? Extended and closed?
Never mind, I found it 9.8 collapsed, 14.6 extended. Sounds like they would work.
Never mind, I found it 9.8 collapsed, 14.6 extended. Sounds like they would work.
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 266
Likes: 0
From: Erin, Tn.
Hey, Thanks guys
Jaye, those mirrors are from Southern Rods & Parts. They were at a Good guys show in Nashville a few years ago. As for functional,,,Not the passenger side. I'm not real happy with them.
Also Congrats again Lance and Roger on your Street Truck spread. If you wern't so deserving of all you get I might be ticked a little.LOL
Jaye, those mirrors are from Southern Rods & Parts. They were at a Good guys show in Nashville a few years ago. As for functional,,,Not the passenger side. I'm not real happy with them.
Also Congrats again Lance and Roger on your Street Truck spread. If you wern't so deserving of all you get I might be ticked a little.LOL