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Old 08-27-2011, 07:03 PM   #1
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Carrying Capacity & Shock Suggestions

HI guys, I have a 1986 swb 1/2 ton

Its time to replace all 4 shocks and my question is : what is the best shocks to go with. price is not an issue . this is my daily driver , but I do work construction so on occasion I will pick up a pallet of concrete mix and haul it in the bed for about 4 miles . the pallet = 36 x 80lbs bags which is (2880lbs) total.

Am I forcing her ? IM not sure what the max cargo load is on this truck and dont want to continue at the rate if she cant handle it.

what do you guys think??? should I do anything else other than just new shocks? are all shocks the same?
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Old 08-27-2011, 07:34 PM   #2
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Re: Carrying Capacity & Shock Suggestions

I would get Monroe gas matics. As far as what you need to haul, id say you need a duelly or a trailer.
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Old 08-27-2011, 09:47 PM   #3
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Re: Carrying Capacity & Shock Suggestions

I use Napa branded Monroematics. Shocks won't hold the truck up, they just dampen the action. 2880# is almost a ton overweight for you 1/2 ton.
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Old 08-27-2011, 10:45 PM   #4
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Re: Carrying Capacity & Shock Suggestions

I have carried about a ton of dirt in my truck and it is more than it wants. I would feel ok with about 14-1500lbs., but 2880? That's way too much in my opinion.
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Old 08-27-2011, 11:26 PM   #5
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Re: Carrying Capacity & Shock Suggestions

2,880 is too much for some 3/4 tons...lol Maybe you could get a single axle small trailer that would carry it. as far as shocks, and dealing with that load, it won't make any difference, as your axle will be sitting on the bump stops. if your tires don't hold more than 32psi the sidewall will be about 1.5" tall when loaded, if that.

IIRC that 2880lbs is about 1000lbs more than the highest 1/2 ton was rated for, and that 1/2 ton basically had 3/4 ton springs. the other things to watch for is your brakes. they may not stop it and absolutely wont stop it fast in an emergency.

I wouldn't wanna do it, but if you do start with the heaviest springs you can and get some E rated HD tires.
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Old 08-28-2011, 02:50 AM   #6
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Re: Carrying Capacity & Shock Suggestions

That is overloading it by quite a bit as previously said. Shocks won't add to carrying capacity, but for thee ride, I like monromatics or rancho 5000's. Air bags will help level the truck, but you really should have some 10 ply tires with that load.
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Old 08-28-2011, 12:59 PM   #7
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Re: Carrying Capacity & Shock Suggestions

so, i guess I gotta cut the load in half and make two trips for now on.
so is everyone agreeing with the monromatic shocks? are those the best for front and back?
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