[rotorwrench]

There were some past reproductions that didn't work out well for folks that put down good money for them. I'm sure that this has soured some folks from purchasing the sealed type shocks as well. They may work just fine but I can see why folks would hesitate. The Stipe shocks were actually built better than the old Houdallie types and they can be serviced and overhauled like the originals. The no maintenance shock can not be repaired if it goes south and that's the reason I shy away from them. There may be some folks that have purchased them but if they don't frequent the Ford Barn then the OP may never get a review on these types.