Help identifying possible Model T shocks

[jamesb]

I received the below assemblies in a box full of T parts from the widow of a T owner, but I'm having trouble identifying them. My first thought was that they are some sort of shock absorber, but I've not been able to find a match online. There is also a possibility that they are not a T part at all. Has anyone seen these before? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

James

[JTT3]

They look very similar to WC type shocks.

[DanTreace]

Since the arms are flat steel and not forgings , those double arm spring shocks for the rear axle of a T are likely the Flexible Rider brand.

[speedytinc]

They are model T rears. Almost the same as I have on my 14. Rears dont use the hook.
The rear has U shaped X 1/2" wide pieces that have outward tabs with holes for the springs.

[Daisy Mae]

Those are rear T shock absorbers, the flat plates attached to them replace the stock rear spring hanger.
They are exactly like mine on my 14.

I have attempted to figure out the manufacturer to no avail.
They are cold rolled steel, not forged, but unlike any other dual arm shock. The major difference between these and all other similar dual arm shocks with known period advertisement and pictures/drawings is that the arms of these are straight, whereas all others have a pronounced curve in the arms. Also, the support plate makeup is slightly different. They do not exactly match any design I have seen yet...
Let me know if you're successful in identifying them, cuz I sure haven't been able to...yours actually are the first I've seen exactly like mine.

Here are pics of my rears:

[TRDxB2]

From a previous discussion (lost the link) These are Steel Built rear shocks based on the label that was on the shocks in the link

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[Daisy Mae]

WOOOT!!!
Thank you Frank!

Attempting a patent search, but wading thru 6000+ records on the search using Walker and steelbilt...crossing fingers...

[jamesb]

Wow, thanks everyone for all the responses, especially to Frank and Kurt for figuring out exactly what they are. I hadn't considered that they might be rear shocks. So it appears I have an almost complete set, but am missing one of the brackets that mounts to the frame above the leaf spring. In fact, based on the pictures, it appears the bracket I do have may not actually be correct; however, this seems like something that could be fabricated relatively easily if someone has the inclination. Unfortunately, I don't have much use for these right now, so will likely end up selling them on the forum. That said, it sure is satisfying being able to identify them and hopefully find a good home for them. Again, much gratitude to this group. I'm a fairly newcomer to the hobby (although been around Ts my entire life), and this forum has already been of great help. Thanks MTFCA.

[TRDxB2]

Looks like the looped bar is just bent out of shape and is the correct one.

[jamesb]

That makes sense and is probably the right bar, but unfortunately, still only have one of them. Thanks for pointing that out, Frank.