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stexag · 06-10-2013, 10:02 AM

I would like to do something now about my rear shocks. I have a 5" spring drop in the rear and I'm darn near on the bump stops. However, I haven't trimmed the stops because my shocks are almost fully compressed and I was a afraid I'd dump the full weight of the truck on them and crater something unintentionally. No notch.

So, I've seen folks here using the ECE shock relocation kit and the No Limit kit. Would anyone like to make a real strong case one way or the other on this? Thx.

BigCountryx · 06-10-2013, 11:24 AM

I like the No Limit kit on my blazer. I think the outboard shock design makes it a little more stable, but either will help.
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BigRed76 · 06-10-2013, 01:52 PM

My '71 has a 4" spring drop on the rear and I used a shock mount relocation kit from CPP. My truck rides like dream, so I'd say the relocation kit had to of helped somewhat. The truck did ride pretty terrible before though due to worn out shocks, HD rear springs, and the bolt holes on my original shock mounts were wollered out.
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vegadesign · 06-10-2013, 02:18 PM

i tend to stay away from the relocate kits for the rear, the bump stops i just took out, honestly i would fab some shock brackets.

the relocate bracket angle the shocks too much making them useless and the ride is bouncy.
or just get some shorter shocks

BigRed76 · 06-10-2013, 02:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vegadesign

i tend to stay away from the relocate kits for the rear, the bump stops i just took out, honestly i would fab some shock brackets.

the relocate bracket angle the shocks too much making them useless and the ride is bouncy.
or just get some shorter shocks

What relocate brackets have you used? I used the kit from CPP and they improved the shock angle a lot.
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**lolife99** · 06-10-2013, 02:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vegadesign

i tend to stay away from the relocate kits for the rear, the bump stops i just took out, honestly i would fab some shock brackets.

the relocate bracket angle the shocks too much making them useless and the ride is bouncy.
or just get some shorter shocks

How did you come up with this?
The ECE shock relocators are what I always use.
They stand the shock up more vertical than a set of stock shock mounts.

vegadesign · 06-10-2013, 02:29 PM

I haven't used them on my own
I installed some on my buddy's 69 and the shocks were to far angled
Not sure if speedway makes there's different but I wasn't a fan
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vegadesign · 06-10-2013, 03:12 PM

I haven't used them on my own
I installed some on my buddy's 69 and the shocks were to far angled
Not sure if speedway makes there's different but I wasn't a fan
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cdowns · 06-10-2013, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vegadesign

I haven't used them on my own
I installed some on my buddy's 69 and the shocks were to far angled
Not sure if speedway makes there's different but I wasn't a fan
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you dont grasp the reason why guys use shock relpcation kits/ sounds like u put them in wrong too

the reason is to get them vertical for proper operation

**lolife99** · 06-10-2013, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by vegadesign

I haven't used them on my own
I installed some on my buddy's 69 and the shocks were to far angled
Not sure if speedway makes there's different but I wasn't a fan
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They are built the same as CPP, POL, McGaughy's and ECE's version,...
http://www.speedwaymotors.com/1963-7...Kit,46363.html

BigCountryx · 06-10-2013, 03:50 PM

Wonder if your buddy installed them backwards
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cubber · 06-10-2013, 04:18 PM

I used the kit from speedway, along with the shocks for a toyota tacoma. Rides great on my bagged stepside.

stexag · 06-10-2013, 04:31 PM

I really do like the looks of the kit from No Limit. It seems like a good angle for the shocks and pretty simple to install (I guess they're all simple to install). I know on another thread that someone was concerned about them lowering the scrub line, but my scrub line is currently lower than that up front - I think.

**CC69Rat** · 06-10-2013, 05:03 PM

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06-10-2013, 10:02 AM	#1
stexag Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Super South, Texas Posts: 173	Shock Relocate Kit I would like to do something now about my rear shocks. I have a 5" spring drop in the rear and I'm darn near on the bump stops. However, I haven't trimmed the stops because my shocks are almost fully compressed and I was a afraid I'd dump the full weight of the truck on them and crater something unintentionally. No notch. So, I've seen folks here using the ECE shock relocation kit and the No Limit kit. Would anyone like to make a real strong case one way or the other on this? Thx.

06-10-2013, 11:24 AM	#2
BigCountryx Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Gonzales, LA Posts: 779	Re: Shock Relocate Kit I like the No Limit kit on my blazer. I think the outboard shock design makes it a little more stable, but either will help. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 Pale Yella 2WD Blazer ..... 350HO/700R4.... '68 Clipped 1970 Original Paint SWB Farm Truck ..... 5.3/4L80.... 2x HRPT Participant

06-10-2013, 01:52 PM	#3
BigRed76 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 1,921	Re: Shock Relocate Kit My '71 has a 4" spring drop on the rear and I used a shock mount relocation kit from CPP. My truck rides like dream, so I'd say the relocation kit had to of helped somewhat. The truck did ride pretty terrible before though due to worn out shocks, HD rear springs, and the bolt holes on my original shock mounts were wollered out. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB

06-10-2013, 02:18 PM	#4
vegadesign Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: murfreesboro, TN Posts: 743	Re: Shock Relocate Kit i tend to stay away from the relocate kits for the rear, the bump stops i just took out, honestly i would fab some shock brackets. the relocate bracket angle the shocks too much making them useless and the ride is bouncy. or just get some shorter shocks __________________ "its not a hobby, It's a Lifestyle" . bagged and soon to be bodied 70 longbed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=564028

06-10-2013, 02:29 PM	#7
vegadesign Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: murfreesboro, TN Posts: 743	Re: Shock Relocate Kit I haven't used them on my own I installed some on my buddy's 69 and the shocks were to far angled Not sure if speedway makes there's different but I wasn't a fan Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "its not a hobby, It's a Lifestyle" . bagged and soon to be bodied 70 longbed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=564028

06-10-2013, 03:12 PM	#8
vegadesign Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: murfreesboro, TN Posts: 743	Re: Shock Relocate Kit I haven't used them on my own I installed some on my buddy's 69 and the shocks were to far angled Not sure if speedway makes there's different but I wasn't a fan Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "its not a hobby, It's a Lifestyle" . bagged and soon to be bodied 70 longbed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=564028

06-10-2013, 03:50 PM	#11
BigCountryx Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Gonzales, LA Posts: 779	Re: Shock Relocate Kit Wonder if your buddy installed them backwards Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 Pale Yella 2WD Blazer ..... 350HO/700R4.... '68 Clipped 1970 Original Paint SWB Farm Truck ..... 5.3/4L80.... 2x HRPT Participant

06-10-2013, 04:18 PM	#12
cubber Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Leanna, TN Posts: 2,061	Re: Shock Relocate Kit I used the kit from speedway, along with the shocks for a toyota tacoma. Rides great on my bagged stepside. __________________ =MATTHEW 69 Stepper...Stroked & Bagged GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN 2003 Chevrolet Z71 Ext. Cab 1995 Cavalier gas saver!

06-10-2013, 04:31 PM	#13
stexag Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Super South, Texas Posts: 173	Re: Shock Relocate Kit I really do like the looks of the kit from No Limit. It seems like a good angle for the shocks and pretty simple to install (I guess they're all simple to install). I know on another thread that someone was concerned about them lowering the scrub line, but my scrub line is currently lower than that up front - I think.

06-10-2013, 05:03 PM	#14
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,224	Re: Shock Relocate Kit Porterbuilt Attached Images __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

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