Topic: Opinion on replacment shocks for 1967

[Hipo giddyup]

 Hi all, I am in the market for repro "as close to original" shocks. Any one have opinions on where to find these and their results in ride quality?? I know I can just get Monroe shocks and paint them to be "close" but maybe someone is making nice repro's of them?? I checked a few suppliers and most everyone is carrying the KYB's (which is what i currently have on the car). With everything stock, I feel I have a "harsh" ride due to the performance shocks installed..

Here ya go... 1967 Mustang coupe, 289 - 2v- 3 spd.      NJ built, Nov. 1966

[mtinkham]

I would be interested in the same information....July 67 NJ 289 2v coupe, C4.

[Hipo giddyup]

Not a lot of selections.. I bought a set of reproduction shocks for my 64 1/2 that look correct, (minus the stampings), and the ride is great and comfortable. I might end up going with the tried and true Monroe-matics as they are quite affordable, ride nice, and look close to the originals. But, waiting to hear what others have found.

I also see that Gabriel makes a standard shock sold through Autozone for $20 each. I will say I put a set of Gabriels on my 71' F100 but after 5-6 years, and not many miles, they were shot.. Not the quality of the Monroes.

[sammy73]

Keep in mind the KYB Gas-Adjust shock is quite a bit stiffer than their cheaper GR2 line which is probably more in line with the original feel. I would avoid the blue Monroe cheapies - too mushy and bouncy.

[ruppstang]

I think Scott Drake has reproduction Autolite shocks.

[67gtasanjose]

I think Scott Drake has reproduction Autolite shocks.

Quality-wise, are they any better than the repro batteries or are we again just getting an item that looks (sorta) good on the show field?

[ruppstang]

Quality-wise, are they any better than the repro batteries or are we again just getting an item that looks (sorta) good on the show field?

I have not used them myself. Some S.D. products are very good.

[1967 eight barrel]

Remember, about 70% of what Drake sells under his brand name is re-packaged. So chances are: If Drake offers them, someone else does as well and they are the same if you had negative feedback on the item.

                                                                                          -Keith

[outlawincorporated]

in stock have a extra pair of NOS front shocks, that came in a collection of parts I got some time ago.

box number; C5ZZ-18124-B
part number on shock; C6ZF-18045-A3

one has a date code of 7HC the other has 7BB

I believe these are correct for non GT cars but happy to be corrected if they have other uses.

think I may have a used set of 67 dated front shocks as well

if need further information, drop me a PM.

regards.

PHILL BERESFORD.
MELBOURNE.
AUSTRALIA.

[Hipo giddyup]

Cheapy Monroe's might be mushy and bouncy but I'm sure they are better than using Kyb shocks with repro Goodyear Powercushions! Lol!
The "original" type shocks I used for my 64 1/2 restoration could have been Scott Drakes but I haven't located the reciept yet to confirm. That car has repro straight treads on it and rides very comfortably for how it set up and it's use. Since I don't drive the cars everyday I'm searching for a period correct looking shock without the harsh ride I have know.
  Thanks for the offer on the original shocks but since I am not showing the car those shocks would be better suited for someone who does.. Thx!

[J_Speegle]

Keep in mind the KYB Gas-Adjust shock is quite a bit stiffer than their cheaper GR2 line which is probably more in line with the original feel. .........

But IMHO the easiest ones to pick out (visually) as being aftermarket.