Why would you need to relocate your front shock????
 

I have seen the parts, and read posts from people doing it. But why would you relocate the front shock? Got any pics?

Wouldn't. The shock relocators I've seen (and used) are all for the rear.

I ask because I saw these:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...502885406&rd=1

Here is a picture of the relocation. It is done to reposition the shock to the correct, >15 degree angle. Smoothes out the ride on slammed trucks a bit. Hope this helps.

Just the information I was looking for, good pic too. Thanks

HERE is a good thread on the suspension board discussing this exact thing.

I saw that thread. It seems that only bagged fronts use them but i was wondering what amount of spring drop would require the front shocks to be relocated?

If you only have springs/spindles it would be pointless to relocate the shocks, these are for bagged applications only.

Interesting. Good info. This board always has the answer.

I have a 2 1/2" set of drop spindles and 1" drop springs all from Classic Performance installed on the front of my 68 and before these relocators were installed the shock angle was at a 20 degree angle and after, they were back in specs at 10. Now at the same time I also rebuilt the entire front suspension joints, arms, and rods. Maybe that also had something to do with it. I was the rock that started the original post on these a month ago. The board memebers really helped me on this one. Thanks to all.

Well, It sounds like I need to purchase some shock relocators, since I plan on putting air bags on my truck. Thanks all for the info.

My 74 has 3" dropped spindles w/1 coil cut & required relocating the shock mount to get proper travel on a stock length shock & these front ends are the same as 67-72's.

Plus the fact that GM's front shock mount design was not very good. How many of you have replaced your front shocks and found that the mounting hole for the shock stud was ovaled out? Something with that much leverage on it should be attached on both sides.

Was following some links and found this old thread. What is the proper way to fix an ovaled out shock stud hole?
Rich

Personally I use a washer on both sides of the frame and tack weld the outside washer to the frame. I have one done this way on my truck that has seen over 10 years of daily use and it's till perfect.