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What brand of rear shocks is everyone using?

gran coupe john

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Tried advance auto, and rock auto. Where is the best place to get these shocks for 71 gran coupe
 

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Often the rear stance is affected by the setting of the front T bar on the opposite corner , have you tried adjusting the right front ?
 

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Those Monroe shocks are new. Never seen that before, but the car was completely tore down. Makes sense that I didn't get it back together right.
 

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Just an FYI Shocks do not support weight.
They are designed to dampen the compression/ rebound cycle of the spring to keep the tire in contact with the ground.
Air shocks support weight and are never recommended, They were a band-aid back i the 60s and 70s.
If the rear is too low, replace the springs.
But as Chryco says the front end could need the ride height adjusted.
 

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you need to ask the aligement shop to do that it;s not done automatically .. raise the front to unload the suspension to adjust the torsion bars
 

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He is aware of the torsion bars needing adjustments. Plus alignment.Getting done on Friday, weather permitting. Have to trailer it to the shop. Hoping this is the last time I have to get a trailer.
 

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Back in 87 was the last alignment. Can't believe I found this document. Hope it is readable. I sure will give them the information you sent. Thanks !!!

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Won't be going to get the car an alignment. Rain in the morning, had an 8am appointment. Back in January had it scheduled and it snowed. Go figure.
 
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