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Bill in NJ · 04-17-2014, 06:59 PM

Just got there new catalog and opened the page for Model A shocks. They are listed as being TEMPORARY DISCONTINUED ?? Wonder what is up with that ??

Bob C · 04-17-2014, 08:11 PM

Just scroll down the page and read this thread http://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=137026

Bob

Pinstripe · 04-17-2014, 08:14 PM

I believe that the man running M&S passed on. The really nice shocks were made by Bill Stipe but there was not enough support from buyers so they went away.But I know that he's considering manufacturing these again if there is enough demand. If you go to his website you can be put on the list to buy them.If enough of us do that then shocks will again be in the catalog.

Mike V. Florida · 04-17-2014, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Pinstripe

I believe that the man running M&S passed on. The really nice shocks were made by Bill Stipe but there was not enough support from buyers so they went away.But I know that he's considering manufacturing these again if there is enough demand. If you go to his website you can be put on the list to buy them.If enough of us do that then shocks will again be in the catalog.

A lot of factors went into the production stoppage, not just buyer support as last I heard the "B" dist cam also came off the same machine and it is now limited to stock on hand as the machine he had is gone.

peters180a/170b · 04-18-2014, 03:08 PM

At 1 point M+S was a great shock . I started using them back in the 70's and i have them on my 180A now. Had a small issue with them but they made good one 1 shock. I use to send them mint original matching shock covers when the shock themselves were shot and put the covers on their shocks... Worked out very well years ago. Sad to hear he passed on..Was a nice guy to talk to. When i can and afford to i always buy items like this. They sometimes short supply and never will be around for a long time..Zinc trim for running boards, 31 running boards , some parts for the 180A made by A+L parts , I had a run for ACME dust covers and front seat frames for the 180A ,,now shocks ...Don't count on parts being around long that are good. To make a run it takes MONEY and a large amount to order to pay and sell for a good price so people can afford. IT'S A HOBBY

peters180a/170b · 04-18-2014, 03:14 PM

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Like some suppliers there are a lot of items which BRATTON'S , A+L Parts , Snyder's make... to have parts made and sit and wait for their return to takes money...

04-17-2014, 06:59 PM	#1
Bill in NJ Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 1,159	Brattons New Catalog SHOCKS Just got there new catalog and opened the page for Model A shocks. They are listed as being TEMPORARY DISCONTINUED ?? Wonder what is up with that ??

04-17-2014, 08:11 PM	#2
Bob C Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: So Cal Posts: 8,749	Re: Brattons New Catalog SHOCKS Just scroll down the page and read this thread http://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=137026 Bob

04-17-2014, 08:14 PM	#3
Pinstripe Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: SW Wisconsin Posts: 192	Re: Brattons New Catalog SHOCKS I believe that the man running M&S passed on. The really nice shocks were made by Bill Stipe but there was not enough support from buyers so they went away.But I know that he's considering manufacturing these again if there is enough demand. If you go to his website you can be put on the list to buy them.If enough of us do that then shocks will again be in the catalog.

04-18-2014, 03:08 PM	#5
peters180a/170b Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Putnam Valley N.Y. Posts: 2,151	Re: Brattons New Catalog SHOCKS At 1 point M+S was a great shock . I started using them back in the 70's and i have them on my 180A now. Had a small issue with them but they made good one 1 shock. I use to send them mint original matching shock covers when the shock themselves were shot and put the covers on their shocks... Worked out very well years ago. Sad to hear he passed on..Was a nice guy to talk to. When i can and afford to i always buy items like this. They sometimes short supply and never will be around for a long time..Zinc trim for running boards, 31 running boards , some parts for the 180A made by A+L parts , I had a run for ACME dust covers and front seat frames for the 180A ,,now shocks ...Don't count on parts being around long that are good. To make a run it takes MONEY and a large amount to order to pay and sell for a good price so people can afford. IT'S A HOBBY

04-18-2014, 03:14 PM	#6
peters180a/170b Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Putnam Valley N.Y. Posts: 2,151	Re: Brattons New Catalog SHOCKS Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Like some suppliers there are a lot of items which BRATTON'S , A+L Parts , Snyder's make... to have parts made and sit and wait for their return to takes money...