Shock absorbers?

[Heo]

Its time for new shocks on the 64 Galaxie. I find everything from regular Gabriel gas shocks to Viking warrior
Coilover conversions wich perhaps is an idea for the front since my frontsprings are tired.
Anyone with some ideas and knowledge about those Viking,Ridetecs, Etc?

[Jb427]

I use aldan american double adjustable front coil over conversion on my 66 fairlane

The only thing I was not happy with was they use a 3/4 inch T-Bar and a 1 inch od lower neoprene bushes and in I had problems with crushing the bushes. They did try and help But the things they got me to try just would not work. I ended up fixing it my self by getting some hard self lubing bush material and making my own and I also added a large support washer now I have no problems.

I use koni adjustable rear shocks you just compress them and turn them from soft to hard I set mine in the middle

I get quite good ride quality for a lowered heavy car.

I would for sure go front coilover kit there is a bunch of good options around.

Only thing I would say is set your car up at the ride hight you want and measure front shock length mine would of been better with a custom length shock.

[MRadke]

I used a set of Napa coilovers on my 66 Galaxie.  It made a world of difference.  Better tire clearance, ride quality and handling.  I still have the original springs, while i could have replaced them, that seems to be something of a crap shoot too.

Mike