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marshall k · 08-09-2014, 09:07 PM

Greetings: My 37 had a tube shock conversion years ago and I need to replace them. No brand name or number on the shock. Does anybody know of a supplier/manufacture that has a listing for shocks by dimension? They have eyes on both ends and I can measure the length. I would rather just replace the shocks rather than buy a complete conversion kit. I am starting on the rear first. Thanks!

40cpe · 08-09-2014, 09:21 PM

Here is one from Monroe. It is kinda hard to decipher.

http://www.monroe.com/assets/downloa...engthSheet.pdf

Some shocks have the number stamped on the lower end near the lower mount. Clean and look there, might save yourself some misery.

Ralph Moore · 08-10-2014, 11:37 AM

Search the HAMB, there was a thread on there about this and a member had a very good shock list with dimensions posted.

mike42 · 08-11-2014, 04:05 AM

I had a similar problem with my '49 F-1 a few years back. It had tube shocks but no markings. I went to the local NAPA store and the guy there worked with me on all the dimensions using the Monroe Chart as reference. He worked it out and shocks fit perfect. I just think you need to find a guy that would take the time with your situation.

Mike

G.M. · 08-11-2014, 07:22 AM

Make sure the tube shocks have a long enough stroke. If stroke is to short it will tear the mounting bolts off the axle or frame. G.M.

Cecil/WV · 08-11-2014, 08:07 AM

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Here's the NAPA shocks I used on my '40 pickup.

94008 NAPA rear shocks
94038 NAPA front shocks

marshall k · 08-12-2014, 07:49 AM

Thanks every one for your time!

TJ · 08-12-2014, 08:51 AM

If you have the eyes on both ends you also need to measure the compressed and extended length of you existing shocks(center to center of the eyes). Then measure from mounting point to mounting point on your car with the weight on the car. That distance should be approximately half way between your extended and compressed length. Take your old shock and all your measurements to your local Napa store and they should be able to find you shocks that will fit.

08-09-2014, 09:07 PM	#1
marshall k Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 65	tube shocks Greetings: My 37 had a tube shock conversion years ago and I need to replace them. No brand name or number on the shock. Does anybody know of a supplier/manufacture that has a listing for shocks by dimension? They have eyes on both ends and I can measure the length. I would rather just replace the shocks rather than buy a complete conversion kit. I am starting on the rear first. Thanks!

08-09-2014, 09:21 PM	#2
40cpe Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Star, MS Posts: 4,024	Re: tube shocks Here is one from Monroe. It is kinda hard to decipher. http://www.monroe.com/assets/downloa...engthSheet.pdf Some shocks have the number stamped on the lower end near the lower mount. Clean and look there, might save yourself some misery.

08-10-2014, 11:37 AM	#3
Ralph Moore Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: North Pole, Alaska Posts: 1,470	Re: tube shocks Search the HAMB, there was a thread on there about this and a member had a very good shock list with dimensions posted.

08-11-2014, 04:05 AM	#4
mike42 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Gaylord, Michigan Posts: 1,605	Re: tube shocks I had a similar problem with my '49 F-1 a few years back. It had tube shocks but no markings. I went to the local NAPA store and the guy there worked with me on all the dimensions using the Monroe Chart as reference. He worked it out and shocks fit perfect. I just think you need to find a guy that would take the time with your situation. Mike

08-11-2014, 07:22 AM	#5
G.M. Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Florida and Penna. Posts: 4,471	Re: tube shocks Make sure the tube shocks have a long enough stroke. If stroke is to short it will tear the mounting bolts off the axle or frame. G.M. __________________ www.fordcollector.com

08-11-2014, 08:07 AM	#6
Cecil/WV Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Gerrardstown, WV Posts: 2,266	Re: tube shocks Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Here's the NAPA shocks I used on my '40 pickup. 94008 NAPA rear shocks 94038 NAPA front shocks

08-12-2014, 07:49 AM	#7
marshall k Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 65	Re: tube shocks Thanks every one for your time!

08-12-2014, 08:51 AM	#8
TJ Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Napa,California Posts: 6,037	Re: tube shocks If you have the eyes on both ends you also need to measure the compressed and extended length of you existing shocks(center to center of the eyes). Then measure from mounting point to mounting point on your car with the weight on the car. That distance should be approximately half way between your extended and compressed length. Take your old shock and all your measurements to your local Napa store and they should be able to find you shocks that will fit.