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std1940 · 07-13-2021, 05:50 PM

Who is the best shock rebuilder for a 1940 Ford Coupe.

40cpe · 07-13-2021, 09:55 PM

andy falandes <[email protected]> has the customer satisfaction to make him one of the best, if not THE best.

tubman · 07-13-2021, 10:01 PM

And, should you get the urge to try Apple Hydraulics, please check the forums for the experience others have had with then.

corvette8n · 07-14-2021, 08:10 AM

I vote for Andy also, he did my front and rear shocks, plus he’s close to you in MA.

Fred A · 07-14-2021, 01:53 PM

Seems that there are so many correct '40 shocks out there on the swap meet market that shocks that seem sound should be tested in service. In recent months I have stacked up candidate shocks, perhaps to an excess. They could be a good bet for someone trying to save serious money on a '40 project. The trick is to move the shock through a full range of motion by hand while looking for worn shafts. Seldom pay over $20. Could also be that so many '40 parts in SoCal that it doesn't apply to many other areas. One of very few advantages living out here. Still need to mention it. Good Luck: Fred A

Kube · 07-14-2021, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by tubman

And, should you get the urge to try Apple Hydraulics, please check the forums for the experience others have had with then.

Listen to Tubman's advice. Apple = poopy.

Kube · 07-14-2021, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Fred A

Seems that there are so many correct '40 shocks out there on the swap meet market that shocks that seem sound should be tested in service. In recent months I have stacked up candidate shocks, perhaps to an excess. They could be a good bet for someone trying to save serious money on a '40 project. The trick is to move the shock through a full range of motion by hand while looking for worn shafts. Seldom pay over $20. Could also be that so many '40 parts in SoCal that it doesn't apply to many other areas. One of very few advantages living out here. Still need to mention it. Good Luck: Fred A

Fred, CORRECT 40 shocks are quite rare. Shocks that fit but are not correct are out there.

Fred A · 07-14-2021, 04:19 PM

Yes "CORRECT" shocks! Where do you think that we learned the significance of "CORRECT"? In our own small way, we in the minor leagues are working within our means to emulate the guru(plural). Even though I have more than enough cores, if truly rare, perhaps they could be used as leverage. Interesting! Fred A

Kube · 07-14-2021, 06:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fred A

Yes "CORRECT" shocks! Where do you think that we learned the significance of "CORRECT"? In our own small way, we in the minor leagues are working within our means to emulate the guru(plural). Even though I have more than enough cores, if truly rare, perhaps they could be used as leverage. Interesting! Fred A

You're funny Fred

07-13-2021, 05:50 PM	#1
std1940 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: nh Posts: 105	40 Ford Shock Rebuilders Who is the best shock rebuilder for a 1940 Ford Coupe.

07-13-2021, 09:55 PM	#2
40cpe Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Star, MS Posts: 4,024	Re: 40 Ford Shock Rebuilders andy falandes <[email protected]> has the customer satisfaction to make him one of the best, if not THE best.

07-13-2021, 10:01 PM	#3
tubman Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Minnesota, Florida Keys Posts: 10,303	Re: 40 Ford Shock Rebuilders And, should you get the urge to try Apple Hydraulics, please check the forums for the experience others have had with then.

07-14-2021, 08:10 AM	#4
corvette8n Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: 36 miles north of Albany NY Posts: 2,943	Re: 40 Ford Shock Rebuilders I vote for Andy also, he did my front and rear shocks, plus he’s close to you in MA.

07-14-2021, 01:53 PM	#5
Fred A Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Encino California, near Burbank Posts: 935	Re: 40 Ford Shock Rebuilders Seems that there are so many correct '40 shocks out there on the swap meet market that shocks that seem sound should be tested in service. In recent months I have stacked up candidate shocks, perhaps to an excess. They could be a good bet for someone trying to save serious money on a '40 project. The trick is to move the shock through a full range of motion by hand while looking for worn shafts. Seldom pay over $20. Could also be that so many '40 parts in SoCal that it doesn't apply to many other areas. One of very few advantages living out here. Still need to mention it. Good Luck: Fred A

07-14-2021, 04:19 PM	#8
Fred A Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Encino California, near Burbank Posts: 935	Re: 40 Ford Shock Rebuilders Yes "CORRECT" shocks! Where do you think that we learned the significance of "CORRECT"? In our own small way, we in the minor leagues are working within our means to emulate the guru(plural). Even though I have more than enough cores, if truly rare, perhaps they could be used as leverage. Interesting! Fred A