65-82 Ford 65-86 Chev C/

The Competition Engineering 65-82 Ford / 65-86 Chevrolet C-Series drag shock (model C2610) is a purpose-built monotube front shock designed for serious bracket racers and street strip competitors who demand adjustability and durability in high-movement suspension geometry. This drag-specific shock absorber exists because stock suspensions cannot handle the violent weight transfer and nose lift inherent to drag racing—especially on vehicles running fixed or limited-slip differentials with hard launches. Whether you're campaigning a vintage Ford or Chevrolet truck platform, this shock provides the control needed to keep the front end planted during acceleration and manage dive on braking.

Built as a monotube design with a 1.63-inch outer diameter and full 3-way adjustability, the C2610 allows tuning of compression damping, rebound damping, and height to dial in the perfect suspension balance for your specific vehicle weight and power level. The shock compresses to 9.62 inches and extends to 15.34 inches, offering substantial travel range for the dynamic suspension movement typical of drag launch. Gray paint finish protects the steel body against weathering and corrosion. The 3-way adjustability means you can fine-tune low-speed and high-speed compression independently, plus rebound control—critical for managing shock extension after weight transfer settles and preventing unwanted oscillation that kills consistency down the strip.

This front shock is engineered for 1965–1982 Ford vehicles and 1965–1986 Chevrolet C-Series trucks, platforms that form the backbone of classic drag racing and street-legal strip cars. Installation is straightforward on existing mounting points; verify your vehicle's shock eye configuration and mounting bushing size before ordering. Competition racers benefit most from the 3-way adjustability because dial-in changes between rounds require only a quick wrench adjustment rather than a complete shock swap. Street enthusiasts running upgraded powerplants also appreciate the control—less front-end rise means better weight distribution, straighter launches, and improved 60-foot times. Pair this shock with a quality front sway bar and coil-over springs for maximum tuning potential.