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I will be replacing the shocks soon on my '56. Since I do not show the car, is there a current shock that would be advisable? I do see NOS shocks for sale once in a while but since I drive it every nice day, I want the best shock available and I know for a fact that shocks have gotten better since the '56 NOS ones were produced! Thanks in advance.
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Re: C1 Shock Recommendations
I have delco gas shock up front and air shock in the rear because I pull a 1947 tear drop trailer with my 55 Corvette.The fronts work great and the rear help my rear springs take the load which I can ajust. -
Re: C1 Shock Recommendations
Check the Archives. I seem to recall some lengthy discussion last year. Somebody posted brands and part numbers.Comment
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Re: C1 Shock Recommendations
I didn't buy the best available but I used delco on the front and Monroe Gas-Matics 5818's on the rear and during a road trip yesterday I was very pleased. I bought the Monroe's at Advance Auto. The delco's came from an internet place called the shockshop.com. Don't know anything about the company, the delco's were just cheaper there.
David Wilhoit
White 59 in TNComment
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I was part of that big discussion...
And I wish I could say I have had the time to install the shocks I bought. HOWEVER, after much heartburn I was able to find out the AC Delco gas shock part numbers for my car (and your 56). Rear ACD 520-297 or GM 88946142. Front ACD 520-284 or GM 88946129. I think 58 and later use a different rear shock, which was also still listed. A decent shock and the satisfaction of "genuine Delco", plus my local Chevy dealer sold them to me for about $75, much less than the $120+ the Corvette vendors will charge.Comment
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