Speedway Friction Shocks
Speedway Friction Shocks
Speedway Motors

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Speedway Friction Shocks

  • 5-7/8" center to center arm length
  • 4-1/8" mounting centers
  • Aluminum construction
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Product Summary

  • 5-7/8" center to center arm length
  • 4-1/8" mounting centers
  • Aluminum construction
  • Polished or plain finish
  • 5/16" arm thickness
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Details

Teflon pads for long life, made of heat-treated aluminum, fully polished. Base attaches to side of frame with 2 bolts, arm attaches to axle with linkage you build. Perfect for a 'T' bucket!

 

Specs

  • 5-7/8" arm center to center
  • 4-1/8" mounting centers
  • Mounting holes in base and hole in arm for attachment are 3/8"
  • Arm is 5/16" thick
  • Space from mounting surface to underside of amr is 2-3/8"
  • Arm could be flipped, and if it is, the space from mounting surface to underside of arm is 11/16"

Specifications

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BrandSpeedway Motors
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Arm Length5.875"
Centerline of Holes4.1875"
Material TypeAluminum
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Ratings & Reviews

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21 Reviews

Overall Assessment

Customers generally praised the product for its old-school aesthetics, easy installation, considerable heft, and functionality. Notably, it fits vintage models effectively while imbuing them with added authenticity. The product also offers an attractive, clean alternative to traditional tube shock, which customers greatly appreciate. However, customers noted adjustments might be tricky to make without modifications. They appreciate the ability to adjust the shock intensity thanks to the high-quality nut-bolt mechanism. Although there were rare instances of mismatched threads in the bolt and nut, overwhelming customer feedback comments on the product's simplicity, practicality, and vintage appeal. Compared to competitor products, ours provides effective damping solutions, even bettering a 'bunny-hopping' issue in a '29 Roadster.

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Most Liked Positive Review

5.0

Very simple design, easy to mount and at

Very simple design, easy to mount and attach to front suspension. Still in mock-up stage now but seem to dampen movement well.

Most Liked Negative Review

3.0

Look Great but Serve Little Purpose other than Appearance

I ordered these primarily for appearance on the front end of a chopped and channeled '30 Ford coupe. They are nicely made, look great, and are extremely heavy duty. The downside is that the big allen bolt that holds the arm to the pivot (with an equally big nylock nut) is not held in place when the shocks are installed, so you have to remove the shocks to put an allen wrench in the head of the bolt to keep it from turning while you tighten the nylock nut......and you will have to tighten it quite often, because the abrasive friction disc quickly wears the soft aluminum, loosening the adjustment and quickly eliminating any friction. Bottom line: Buy them for looks only. They are not particularly effective and very difficult to keep adjusted.

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USED IT ON MORE THAN ONE HOT ROD, GREAT PRODUCT

5.0

3 years ago

VOODOO BUCKET

SC

Verified

VERY COOL OLD SCHOOL LOOK

Would Recommend

Great direct fit shocks

5.0

3 years ago

RonfromOZ

Bristol, WI

Verified

Perfect copy of the original. All holes lined up so easy install

Would Recommend

Yes

5.0

4 years ago

Doug

Allora Australia

Verified

Excellent exactly what I was looking for

Would Recommend

Great product works well and looks good for application

4.0

5 years ago

29 Jalop A

Texas

Bought these for my 29 A Jalopy, Easy bolt on. One modification we made eliminates most of the complaints I have seen about this product. First thing we did is drill and tap a hole from the bottom of the base(as when installed). That way when adjustment needs to be made a bolt can be threaded in and tightened, holding the bolt from moving as you adjust the nut. Then loosen or remove set bolt so everything moves freely for normal use.

Would Recommend

1923 t bucket

5.0

6 years ago

Bollinger

Jefferson texas

Verified

Working great

Would Recommend

Good looking shock

4.0

6 years ago

Cliffy

Christchurch New Zealand

Verified

Put an extra bolt thru chassis with head fitted into allen head to hold it makes it simple to adjust with out having to remove shock housing

Would Recommend

Look Great but Serve Little Purpose other than Appearance

3.0

7 years ago

Uncle Doug

Sunny West Texas

Verified

I ordered these primarily for appearance on the front end of a chopped and channeled '30 Ford coupe. They are nicely made, look great, and are extremely heavy duty. The downside is that the big allen bolt that holds the arm to the pivot (with an equally big nylock nut) is not held in place when the shocks are installed, so you have to remove the shocks to put an allen wrench in the head of the bolt to keep it from turning while you tighten the nylock nut......and you will have to tighten it quite often, because the abrasive friction disc quickly wears the soft aluminum, loosening the adjustment and quickly eliminating any friction. Bottom line: Buy them for looks only. They are not particularly effective and very difficult to keep adjusted.

Would Recommend

Yes, I would buy again.

5.0

8 years ago

Randy

Toronto

Verified

Nice and simple, just the way you'd want it.

Would Recommend

Great economical alternative

4.0

8 years ago

AZ T

Chandler, AZ

Verified

The perfect solution for my full fendered T Coupe. Keeps the shock behind the fenders for a clean alternative to the traditional tube shock in front of the axle. The only drawback is the adjusting nut on the rear of the shock makes it necessary to remove the unit for the initial adjustment.

Would Recommend

Not impressed

1.0

8 years ago

Kenny L

Florida

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Buy the Offenhauser Friction shocks instead, they are easier to adjust and look cooler too.

Would Not Recommend

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Questions & Answers

8 Questions • 11 Answers

Would these shocks fit a 1928 Ford Model A without modification to the frame?

by G.C.H.

• 7 years ago

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I bought a pair of these friction shocks and have no idea how to adjust the locking nut to achieve the best ride comfort. Could I please get some guidance.

by Wild Bill

• 10 years ago

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Is it possible to flip over the arm of the friction shock? Instead of up (in the picture on the product page) I would like to mount the arm so it is going down. I don't have to worry about the arm interfering with the frame, and I want to minimize the offset between the attachment face and the link that I will attach to the end of the arm.

by Paul

• 11 years ago

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Hi, I bought a pair of these friction shocks a couple of years ago and have been really happy with them. My problem is, the friction material / discs have worn out. Can you supply new friction discs or do I have to buy new shocks ? Thanks

by Fadster

• 11 years ago

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Is there a torque spec on these?

by SickboyTbags

• 12 years ago

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ITS IS POSSIBLE TO INSTALL FOR REAR SUSPENSION ON A 1932 FRAME?

by herve

• 12 years ago

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Is this item sold in pairs or singles. I've wound up with more than I needed in the past with some other parts I've ordered.

by Deuce

• 15 years ago

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What is the total thickness dimension of this item? (Outside of Adjusting nut to base) Are there any travel stops built into this item?

by Deuce

• 15 years ago

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