Topic: 69 Dearborn Mach 1 S Code Shocks

[G Wood]

I have read several posts regarding shocks, from what I understand the shocks (front and back ) are semi-gloss black. Are there any other paint markings/daubs or visual indicators applied prior to installation?

Thanks

[J_Speegle]

I have read several posts regarding shocks, from what I understand the shocks (front and back ) are semi-gloss black.

Correct if we're discussing Mustangs

Are there any other paint markings/daubs or visual indicators applied prior to installation?

All were color coded during 69 so that the worker on the line could look at the buildsheet, pick out the correct ones (front or rear installer) and quickly install them.   Met one of the San Jose front stock installers years ago. 

Color depended on the markings on the shocks and recorded on buildsheets. Marks were typically a short daub/stripe (1") at the base.

Application of the shocks looks to be dependent on engine, trans, type of suspension and when the car was build.   

Anticipating your next question (what would be correct for my car    only have two 69 S code buildsheets for four speeds right now - will check my notes to see if I have something there.

[G Wood]

Jeff, thank you for the response and yes you anticipated my next question. Let me know if you are able to find anything.

[J_Speegle]

Jeff, thank you for the response and yes you anticipated my next question. Let me know if you are able to find anything.

So you do have an automatic S code Mach I?

Just confirming

[G Wood]

Jeff:

Manual transmission.

Thanks

[PerkinsRestoration]

Rear 1 orange daub, Front 1 white daub. according to 69 build sheet decoder.

[J_Speegle]

Rear 1 orange daub, Front 1 white daub. according to 69 build sheet decoder.

Beat me too it     Matches the build sheets I've got copies of.

[G Wood]

Thank you for your help.

Garth

[G Wood]

One last question, were the paint daubs applied near the base of the shock, on the lower tube?

[J_Speegle]

One last question, were the paint daubs applied near the base of the shock, on the lower tube?

This help

[G Wood]

Yes, this is what I need.

Thank you.

Garth