C1 rear shocks

[Brian W.]

Looking for rear shocks for my 54 & I found a set of spiral shocks part # 5516238 cant find any info on that number. Can anyone identify that number and will it fit my car?
Brian

[Mark S.]

Re: C1 rear shocks

50 to 55 Chev 3/4-ton truck rear shocks.

[Brian W.]

Re: C1 rear shocks

Thanks Mark I think I will pass.

[Brian W.]

Re: C1 rear shocks

I'm now leaning toward Monroe 5818 rear shocks. Has anyone used them or is there another option?

[Dan L.]

Re: C1 rear shocks

I'm now leaning toward Monroe 5818 rear shocks. Has anyone used them or is there another option?

On my ‘54 I’m using #5818 on the rear and #5751 on the front, purchased at NAPA. They work good for me.

[Brian W.]

Re: C1 rear shocks

Dan Is the 5818 the same shock that corvette central sells

[Dan L.]

Re: C1 rear shocks

Dan Is the 5818 the same shock that corvette central sells

I don’t believe CC sells Monroe shocks.
I purchased my Monroe shocks at NAPA at a better price than any shock the catalogs advertised.
In my opinion, if you’re running a stock suspension, Monroe’s are all you need.

[Troy P.]

Re: C1 rear shocks

If you are interested in judging, the keys to making the rear shocks appear correct even though they don't have the correct Delco stamping:
1. Buy Delco shocks. Any Delco will lose less points. You can use new Delcos with the spiral or buy NOS vintage Delcos for 40s-50s passenger cars. The upper tubular shaft shield on passenger car shocks is too long but can easily be cut to the correct length. I can find you the length but seem to recall its about 7 1/2".
2. Add the stone shields. Attach with JB Weld. Not sure if they are still reproduced but I have a pair.
3. Paint them semi-gloss black.

[Ed H.]

Re: C1 rear shocks

Brian, the following part numbers are 53-55, front-5520278, rear-5520279 right out of 53-55 parts catalog dated July 1955. If you desire originals suggest you contact Sokolowski in So.
CA. OR Newson in Texas.