What kind of shocks?

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  1. 1/4Mile Comet

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    I was just wondering what kind of shocks the drag racers on this site were using?
     
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    i use the stock shocks on the rear and the comp engineering front shocks on the 90/10 setting. works ok, but i'm not running fast times . my best was 12.85. will be interesting to see what the new engine does if i ever get it finished.
     
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    I"m running the Rancho adjustable shocks in the rear and QA1 12-way adjustable in the front.
     
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    Do the Ranchos bolt up just like the stock ones did or do you have a different set up? If they are just a direct replacement could you get me the part# please thanks, Derek :D
     
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    I have 3 way adjustable shocks in the front from Summit. They worked really well with my old set-up, I am sure they will be OK with my new set-up, have not been to the track yet with all the changes.
     
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    O yeah...

    they are set at 90/10.
     
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    comp-engineering 3-way 60/40 front hurst 50/50 back are a must with the SSM lift bars they helped my 60 ft big time got them off ebay new old stock cant find anyone that makes them for the maverick like to have a new set (50/50) has anyone found them
     
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    The ranchos would be capable of working in the stock mounting locations but may need to be spaced out at the bottom to allow for the larger shock body. I went ahead and remounted both of them behind the rear end at a slight angle.
     
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    the ranchos are they 50/50 and do you have the parts # on them thanks
     
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    The ranchos are a 5 way ajustable shock and would also like the part# please.
     
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    I will stick my head under the car today and get the part#.....sorry for the delay, I am extremely busy these days!!:(
     
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    Hey thats cool I'm not trying to rush you just whenever you have time and thanks again. Derek:D
     
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    Hurst Shock

    I also have a set of the hurst 3 way adjustable drag shocks from eBay, NOS. They have worked well but like everyone else I'm always looking to improve. I would like to try the ranchos and see if my sixty foots pick up.

    Terry Gates
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    Just wondering if you got the part# off the shocks yet?:D
     
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    Part # 9136 My car sits pretty low so you may want to check your measurements.
     
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