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Old 30-03-2016, 09:13 PM   #61
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Default Re: Safety Check - $2k + quote for what?

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Can't use Monroe as the Australian Monroe site doesn't list the USA Monroe 5761 for Thunderbirds. Gabriel and Pedders are the only listings wordwide that I have found for these cars. The fact that the Gabriels are only worth $29 in the USA leads me to believe they are only an average quality shock. These cars need the strongest shock available as the rear leaf springs are rediculously long and prone to sag as the there is a lot of rear body overhang. The car weights 2,200kg so they wallow in the @rse unbelievably.
The standard shocks on it at present are in good condition, but only single acting.
Adjustable air shocks would be the way to go if running stock springs. Cheers.
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