Are These Shocks? Help New Guy
 

I am new to Model A's and have been reading as much as I can. I also got several parts books. When it comes to shocks I have what is in the attached photos and it appears these are not what Henry had in mind. Any comments are appreciated...like What do I have???? I shot the photos through the wire wheels so look closely at the arm type thing. It is connected to a link at the axle. Are these some aftermarket mechanical type or early Ford? They are not hydraulic that's for sure. By the way it's a 1929 A. Thanks.

Jim

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Re: Are These Shocks? Help New Guy
 

Aftermarket friction shocks

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Thanks. That was the fastest reply in the world. So are they OK or junk? I don't see any place to lubricate them with grease I can squirt oil on them. I don't intend on making this an as original show car, just want to be safe a drive it around.

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I used the Advanced Search (just like Studebaker Forum) and read about Friction Shocks. THANKS so much for the fast answer. I like this place. Thanks again.

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I had a set years ago bought them from J C Whitney,don't throw them out,somebody might be able to use them,I saw a homebuilt speedster once that had them.

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Purdy Swoft has them on his cars.

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I am using this type and they are not as good as the real shocks but they are close. Having nothing is a huge difference for the worse.

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They should work without being greased or oiled.

You can tighten or loosen the nut for more or less friction dampening.

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By the way, nice car. I hope you plan to leave the paint as it is.

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They look exactly like my front ones. I need a rear pair, if you want to get rid of yours let me know.