1969_Mach1 333 Report post Posted May 16, 2016 Over the weekend I installed a little softer front coil springs on my 1969 Mach 1, 550 lb./inch vs. the 600 lb./ inch springs that I installed during the restoration. In the process I found one of my Gabriel Strider adjustable shocks was bad. That's right, I bought them a long time ago and they are no longer made. Anyway, I cannot adjust it, and it knocks and makes other noises. Now I am thinking of replacing all four shocks. The suspension is basically stock. But it has 5 leaf mid eye springs in the back, I think (not 100% certain) they are rated at 200 lb/in, 550 lb/inch coil springs in the front, the upper control arms were lowered 1", 1 inch front sway bar and a stock 5/8" rear sway bar from a 1970 Mach 1. I am also still using the original chrome styled steel wheels that came with the car and close to the original size tire, 215/70 14. With the springs I have I don't want high pressure gas shock like the KYB Gas-A-Just. But what is a best option for a shock in that price range that is not a high pressured gas shock? Thanks in advance for any info. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rsmach1 71 Report post Posted May 16, 2016 Although not in that price range I'm a big fan of Koni's Sport adjustable shocks, on sale at Summit right now for $115ea. Pretty good deal considering normal is $143. http://m.summitracing.com/search/brand/koni/part-type/shocks-and-struts/year/1969/make/ford/model/mustang/gas-charged/no Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
schweigert 13 Report post Posted May 27, 2016 Although not in that price range I'm a big fan of Koni's Sport adjustable shocks, on sale at Summit right now for $115ea. Pretty good deal considering normal is $143. http://m.summitracing.com/search/brand/koni/part-type/shocks-and-struts/year/1969/make/ford/model/mustang/gas-charged/no Ooof.. that is a decent sale. I got the full grab-a-trak kit and short-sightedly went with the "included" shock with the package. - I've been meaning to lower mine - so i'd be looking @ ~ $500 for all the shocks, cutting the 620spring, and then getting a lowering block for the rear I've seen people go back and forth between Koni and Bilsteins - but at this price i'd definitely get the Koni's from what I've heard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bryonbush 85 Report post Posted May 28, 2016 i bought a set of Koni Strt off amazon for a great deal. i went from Monroe blues to this and it made a huge difference. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
