Monroe Shocks & Struts MA709 rear shock absorber for the 1975-1980 Ford Granada and other vehicles uses an adjustable air chamber to keep the rear level when you haul extra weight. It also does a shock's usual job of damping axle movement over bumps.
- Monroe Max-Air air-adjustable series, with a chamber that inflates or deflates up to 150 PSI
- Holds level ride height with up to 1,200 lbs of added weight; capacity is limited by suspension, tires and transmission
- Special air fitting resists air leakage and ties into the factory system where applicable, or inflates manually with an air compressor
- Full-displaced valving on compression and extension cycles for a smooth ride
- Hardened, precision-ground piston rod, sintered iron piston and a lubricated air sleeve that reduces friction
- All-weather fluid with special modifiers to handle extreme temperatures and help reduce friction
Quick facts
- Part: Monroe Shocks & Struts MA709 shock absorber
- Fits: 1975-1980 Ford Granada and other vehicles
- Position: Rear
- Condition: New
Worn shocks can show up as a bouncy or floating ride, a rear end that sags under load, or an oily film on the shock body. Before replacing one, check the rear springs, bushings and air fitting with the engine off, since any of them can give a similar ride.
Fits
The cars it fits include the 1975-1980 Ford Granada, the 1977-1980 Lincoln Versailles and the 1975-1980 Mercury Monarch. Owners of other vehicles can look up their year and model in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: rear
- Compressed length: 10.75 in (273.1 mm)
- Extended length: 17.375 in (441.3 mm)
- Travel length: 6.625 in
- Upper mount: loop bushing and cantilever pin mount, 1/2 stud diameter X 1 1/16 stud length (center of loop to frame)
- Upper mount code: L1/CP1
- Lower mount: stem mount, 2.3/8 stem length X 3/8-16 thread pitch
Build and materials
- Type: air-adjustable shock absorber
- Air chamber: inflates or deflates up to 150 PSI
- Dust shield: rubber, included
- Boot: included
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: China
In the box
Shock absorber with dust shield and boot included.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Monroe Max-Air MA709 shock absorber right for the 1975-1980 Ford Granada?
Yes, Monroe Shocks & Struts MA709 is a rear shock absorber for the 1975-1980 Ford Granada, and the 1977-1980 Lincoln Versailles takes it too; other cars are in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Does the MA709 shock absorber come with a dust shield and boot?
Yes. The dust shield and boot are included with this Monroe MA709 shock absorber, and the dust shield is rubber.
How much air pressure can these Monroe Max-Air shock absorbers take?
The air chamber can be inflated or deflated up to 150 PSI to keep ride height level with up to 1,200 lbs of added weight. Capacity is limited by the vehicle's suspension, tires and transmission.
How do I fill the air chamber on this rear shock absorber?
The special air fitting either ties into the factory system where applicable or is filled manually with an air compressor. The fitting is built to resist air leakage.
What are the compressed and extended lengths of this rear shock absorber?
Compressed length is 10.75 in (273.1 mm) and extended length is 17.375 in (441.3 mm), which gives 6.625 in of travel.
