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1968 Looking to replace front and rear shocks - Recommendations?

robertd3

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Jan 19, 2012
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Hi,

I am planning to replace all 4 front and rear shocks on my 1968 Ca Special, J code. What brand do you recommend? I am keeping the car pretty close to stock as possible. Also what sites/stores do you recommend me buying from?

thanks,

Robert
 

nates68

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Nov 7, 2007
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Robert, I think KYB gas shocks are the best all around on our cars.You can find them on E-Bay or Summitt racing.Iv used these for years no problems.

nates68
 

clubpro

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Feb 24, 2003
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Or you could buy them from R&R Classics for $104.95 plus shipping. That would be for the front and rear and they are black like the original Ford shocks.

Cheers,

Ron
 

dalorzo_f

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Bilstein street valved. More expensive, but I put them on all of my Ponies and am very happy... made a very noticeable difference over KYG GR-2's and Monroe-matics.
 

Mosesatm

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Jan 18, 2005
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Hi,

I am planning to replace all 4 front and rear shocks on my 1968 Ca Special, J code. What brand do you recommend? I am keeping the car pretty close to stock as possible. Also what sites/stores do you recommend me buying from?

thanks,

Robert

How are you going to drive the car? Do you want a sporty feel, a comfortable feel, or something between?
 

nates68

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Robert, Check in with Ron @R&R classic he can fix you up with the right shocks . Keep us informed on what you do.


Best, nate
 
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