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? asked in Cars & TransportationCar MakesFord · 1 decade ago

What shocks should I use on a 1995 Ford Crown Victoria?

I am using the vehicle for a taxi, and want a durable, yet comfortable ride. I am willing to sacrifice some ride quality for greater stability, but would prefer both handling and comfort.

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  • CR 22
    Lv 4
    1 decade ago
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    I would recommend (if you are doing all 4 shocks) a nice set of shocks in the front. It really doesn't matter what brand you buy, Monroe, Gabriel, etc... Just get a "middle of the road" shock absorber. Manufacturers have different comfort levels and the more comfort, the higher the price. If it were me I would slap some 15 dollar gabriels in the front, they're a little stiffer, but the Vic rides pretty soft already. As for the back, I would put a set of air-adjustable shocks in it. The gabriels are called "load levelers" and the monroes are called "air-shocks"... The back will be a little stiffer if you pump them up, but you won't get the sag in the rear-end like the Vic's are prone to do if you have luggage or anything else in the trunk or a full load of people. I loved that set-up and had it in all 8 of my Marquis' (same as the Vic). If I still had a full-sized Ford car, I would have that set-up.

    Source(s): 8 full-sized Ford's in my previous "fleet". Certified mechanic
  • Al
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago

    I would go with Bilstens, they are softer ride and you will be using it for your office all day. You want something that you can stay inside all day.

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