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08-06-2021, 02:34 PM | #1 |
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Shock conversion kit wanted
I am looking for the hardware to convert my front shocks to the tube type from the old Houdalli lever type. I need the complete hardware plus the number and maker for the proper shocks as well. This is on a 1935 Ford peecup.
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08-06-2021, 02:45 PM | #2 |
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Re: Shock conversion kit wanted
Lawson, I sent you a PM.
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08-06-2021, 03:56 PM | #3 |
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08-06-2021, 05:18 PM | #4 |
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Re: Shock conversion kit wanted
https://www.joesantiqueauto.com/tube...t-48-18124-kit
This is the kit I used. The installation was straight forward. I did not change the perch bolts, I used the original shock mounting points on the front axle. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
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I'll smoke over my front axel just to make certain this is what I'm looking for. It sure looks like it at this point.
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08-07-2021, 05:26 AM | #6 | |
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Not sure if you have mechanical brakes? This kit will only work if you have converted to hydraulic brakes. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
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08-08-2021, 01:16 PM | #7 |
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Thanks. The advertisement says the kit will not work with mechanical brakes. I have converted to hydraulics. This looks like just what I am looking for. I will order a kit tomorrow.
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08-08-2021, 03:20 PM | #8 |
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I had to trim the stations in my application and I mounted the shocks to the original perch bolts. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
08-08-2021, 06:25 PM | #9 |
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Thanks for the photos and the tip on trimming the stations. I'll keep that in mind. The photos help a lot. Looks like a neat setup. I found a couple of old shocks in my stash that I will check out before ordering the kit. I THINK my problem is the right front shock or link but I'll find out for sure tomorrow morning.
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08-08-2021, 06:36 PM | #10 | |
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Let me know if you want some info on the rear shocks. There is no kit for 35/36 so I had to fabricate brackets. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk |
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08-08-2021, 08:27 PM | #11 |
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Lawson - why the insult on Facebook., You don't know me and except for here, I don't know you.
You should apologize
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08-08-2021, 09:54 PM | #12 | |
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Okay, Paul. I located the innocuous remark that I made on Facebook which somehow, you find insulting. I'll confess, I left off a question mark but I did insert an emoji indicating pleasant curiosity. I regret you find that insulting. Please accept my apology for your misunderstanding. Lawson
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08-09-2021, 11:52 PM | #13 | |
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I believe you can get the shackles that attach to the shock end from petes and jakes. Mechanical or not. I don't know how or if that is better as far as how the shock performs. But you don't have to mess with the perch. FaceB is a place for all people to go mad down the rabbithole and say farts. Best to just hit the like button on family stuff. Granted I don't always follow my advice... Last edited by Tinker; 08-10-2021 at 01:31 AM. |
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08-10-2021, 01:10 AM | #14 |
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Lawson,
Last week I gave away a set of those mounts with old shocks attached attached(for Shock manufacturing number). I have had them for 40 years and gave up ever using them. Want me to try and get them back? Clem |
08-10-2021, 04:37 PM | #15 |
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Do what you think best about getting them back, but I sure would like to have a set.
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08-15-2021, 07:14 PM | #16 |
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Gone to the dump
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08-16-2021, 10:21 AM | #17 |
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Lawson, I'm cleaning out my shop and came across these. You can have them for shipping if you think they will work. This is all I have; not top mounts. (Sorry for the crappy cell phone pictures).
If Lawson don't want 'em, the offer is open to anyone else. Tubman (Denny) |
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