Ray,
Actually, the front hole is where you want to mount the shock for extra rear
axle stability. Mounting shock on an angle not only provides damping for the
shock but also helps to keep the rear axle from "winding up" or pushing the
driveshaft flange of the axle in an upward motion upon accelerating. The
"winding" motion is a natural reaction of the axle to the torque the
driveshaft is providing. This is why the "tramp" bars or traction bars are
recommended on the V8 equipped B's. If the axle is doing anything other than
turning the tires, you're losing valuable horsepower! Keeping axle flat and
level provides the best traction and stresses your leaf springs less. Take a
look at the shocks on your late model car, and you'll see they are mounted on
an angle and not in a vertical manner.
Eric Swanger
lots of stuff
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