Front Shock Removal

[KeeKeeBoy46]

When removing the front shocks on a 40 Ford sedan can it be done with the cars weight on the ground or should the work be done on a hoist ? Kenny C

[ford38v8]

Partially supported on jackstands for accessibility and for flexibility, being halfway between the two extremes.

[V8COOPMAN]

Originally Posted by KeeKeeBoy46

When removing the front shocks on a 40 Ford sedan can it be done with the cars weight on the ground or should the work be done on a hoist ? Kenny C

Hey Kenny ..... Welcome to The 'Barn.

Keep in mind that automobile shocks, especially shocks as old as we're discussing here were never designed to support even one pound of vehicle weight. All that shocks are designed to do is control or dampen the movement of suspension components. So, wherever that shock is sitting when you decide to move it from it's current resting spot, it should have NO preload on it and it would be safe to move (or not move) the shock or suspension to any position that suits your fancy.

Coop


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[19Fordy]

V8 hit the nail on the head. Use jackstands to take the load off the shocks.

[Fritz]

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So, jack stands if you want more working room, but if you can reach in there with the car on all 4 tires, you can take them off like that as well.