1950 F3 Shocks

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Apr 9, 2020 | 07:38 PM

gmcalis

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1950 F3 Shocks

Ive got a stock 1950 F3. I need advise on shocks. Im looking to keep it stock. What shocks should I look for and do I need “heavy duty” since its an F3?

How do I know if I need new wheel cylinders. Current ones dont leak and rubber looks good.

Thanks

Gabe

Apr 10, 2020 | 07:08 AM

fordf348

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I bought my shocks at NAPA I think they are Gabriel, I dont haul heavy loads so I did not buy heavy duty.

Apr 10, 2020 | 11:00 AM

Scotty's 52 F3

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I still have the front shocks I saved from my 52. I think they might be original? I didn't throw them out in case someone wanted them. Just the rubber bushings are needed. Still seem to have hydraulic damping working, no leaks. I put Bilstein shocks on.

Apr 10, 2020 | 11:39 AM

jockeyshift41

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I used Gabriel ultras in my F2. G63405 in the front. G63299 in the back. I haul big twin Harleys once in a while with no issues. Even have few leaves removed. Wheel cylinders leak when they’re bad. Unless they’re frozen.