NOS Vintage Mighty-Mite Rear Shocks Pair 357-37 Armstrong Stamped 86712--67810 For Sale

*** PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM IS SOLD AS-IS WITH NO RETURNS ACCEPTED. PLEASE READ FULL DESCRIPTION AND VIEW ALL PHOTOS BEFORE PURCHASING. ***## Item Description
Up for sale is a rare survivor pair of genuine New Old Stock (NOS) Mighty-Mite Premium Shock Absorbers. These vintage assemblies are true period-correct upgrades manufactured by legendary European suspension producer Armstrong for aftermarket distribution in the 1960s and 1970s.### Confirmed Technical Data:
- **Brand:** Mighty-Mite (Manufactured by Armstrong Patents Co.)
- **Catalog Part Number:** 357-37 (Handwritten distributor warehouse markings on box end-flap)
- **Factory Stamped Cylinder Number:** 86712--67810 (Deeply stamped into both shock bodies)
- **Placement on Vehicle:** Rear Axle (Left & Right Match)
- **Mounting Configuration:** Stud-Top Upper to a Cross-Bar/T-Bar Lower Pin Base
- **Quantity:** 1 Pair (2 Shocks total)
- **Features:** Heavy Duty performance valving with premium Teflon-Coated Pistons for consistent ride dampening.
### Estimated Vehicle Fitment Application:
This Stud-Top to horizontal T-Bar lower pin layout is a standard rear-axle configuration for classic 1970s American compact and subcompact rear-wheel-drive platforms. This kit is built for:**General Motors H-Body Platform (1971–1980 rear axle application):**
- Chevrolet Vega (All submodels including Hatchback, Kammback, and Panel Express: 1971–1977)
- Pontiac Astre (1975–1977)
- Chevrolet Monza (1975–1980)
- Oldsmobile Starfire (1975–1980)
- Pontiac Sunbird (Rear-wheel-drive models: 1976–1980)
- Buick Skyhawk (1975–1980)**Ford Motor Company Subcompact Platforms (1971–1980 rear axle application):**
- Ford Pinto (All leaf-spring rear models: 1971–1980)
- Mercury Bobcat (1975–1980)
- Ford Mustang II (1974–1978)*Disclaimer: Please verify your specific chassis mount orientation and cross-reference your vehicle\'s reference manuals using part numbers 357-37 and 86712--67810 prior to buying.*### Included in the Box:
- (2) Factory Original Mighty-Mite Rear Shock Absorbers (Vibrant Muted Orange Finish)
- (2) Factory sealed installation hardware accessory packets (1 dedicated kit for each shock including washers, rubber bushings, and nuts)
- (2) Original retail display boxes with phenomenal vintage 1970s typography & styling### Condition Report (Please Read Carefully):
- **Shocks (VINTAGE SHELF WEAR):** Unused, uninstalled NOS condition. They have never been bolted to a vehicle frame or exposed to road elements. Because they have spent decades inside their boxes, the painted metal shock bodies show honest vintage shelf wear, including minor paint scuffs, light surface marks, and small blemishes from storage friction as visible in the photos. The chrome shafts are clean and smooth with no rust pitting. Smooth, solid compression and rebound resistance when hand-tested. No leaks or oil film.
- **Hardware:** Both hardware packs are completely intact, complete, and sealed in their original factory plastic wrapping.
- **Boxes (VINTAGE SHELF WEAR & TEARS):** The original boxes show significant, honest vintage shelf wear from decades of garage storage. There are visible tears on the cardboard flaps, edge fraying, soft corners, and classic garage aging/mild water staining as shown in the photos. One box flap has a notable tear from being opened. Despite the structural box wear, the main graphic faces remain bright, colorful, and highly presentable for a retro shop display!### Structural Application Fitment:
Features a Stud-Top to horizontal T-Bar lower base mount arrangement, standard on many compact 1960s-1970s rear-wheel-drive vehicles (such as Ford Pinto or Chevy Vega rear applications). Please cross-reference your vintage vehicle reference manuals or verify your chassis mount orientation using factory numbers 357-37 and 86712--67810 prior to buying.### Terms of Sale & No-Return Policy:
This item is being sold strictly AS-IS, WHERE-IS. All vintage shelf wear, scuffs, and box blemishes have been fully disclosed and detailed in the text and accompanying photos. **All sales are final. Strictly NO RETURNS, NO EXCHANGES, and NO REFUNDS are offered for this listing.** Please verify your specific vehicle fitment and mounting setup prior to purchasing.### Shipping &Handling:
FREE SHIPPING to the lower 48 US states! We treat vintage packaging with respect!
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