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Slowmotion · 03-07-2010, 12:08 PM

I will retry with more info. It's time for me to buy new shocks for the 61. I want to use Bilstein shocks, But the manufacturer does not list an app for 60-62 trucks. Are there any other truck apps that cross reference for front shocks, stock height?

**N2TRUX** · 03-08-2010, 10:44 AM

Anyone?

SCOTI · 03-08-2010, 11:11 AM

I can only suggest searching other catalogs (Monroe is a good one) for a shock that will interchange. Once you know that info, re-check the Bilstein applications & see if they list the interchange option.

Slowmotion · 03-08-2010, 04:41 PM

Thanks for the info. I will try Monroe.

ShredSled · 03-11-2010, 03:43 AM

Found these, maybe what you are looking for?

http://www.dreamershotrods.com/bilst...gmcpurear.aspx
http://www.dreamershotrods.com/bilst...mcpufront.aspx

SCOTI · 03-11-2010, 09:59 AM

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Originally Posted by ShredSled

Found these, maybe what you are looking for?

http://www.dreamershotrods.com/bilst...gmcpurear.aspx
http://www.dreamershotrods.com/bilst...mcpufront.aspx

Good info to share. Thanks!

Mr-Jack · 03-13-2010, 09:09 PM

just measure the distance between the mounting location and make sure that the dimensions on the shock you are using allows travel positive and negative. only time i ever got replacement struts/shocks based pm the vehicle was for my stock height car i have. all my other vehicles i measured cause the ride height was differant from stock. i love bilsteins...they make good shocks

Slowmotion · 03-14-2010, 08:41 PM

Thanks Shred Sled. I will be ordering a pair soon as I measure.

ShredSled · 03-14-2010, 09:32 PM

hey no problem... hope those work out for ya'!

I've been scoping them out myself at that place for a little bit now. But I have never ordered from them so I can't speak first-hand about their customer service...

But, I've always had great luck with Bilstein in the past, and right now trying to consider if it's worth the double cost to go with them on a project where I'm already strapped for cash! Might just go with cheaper KYB's or Doetch-techs for the time being.

Please be sure to let us know how these compare with the measurements you take though! I'd be interested to hear as well.

builtchevystrong · 03-22-2010, 03:32 PM

are shocks supposed to be cheap or am i missing something. it sayd shock abosrbers is that the whole shock? http://www.kybshocksonline.com/Searc...Front%20Shocks

Mr-Jack · 03-22-2010, 05:00 PM

LOL...yeah that's the whole shock, they are cheap cause you get what you pay for.

jlaird · 03-23-2010, 10:57 PM

Here is another source.

http://www.racecardynamics.com/class...hr/indexhr.htm

builtchevystrong · 03-23-2010, 11:49 PM

what is a good shock besides fox shocks?

ShredSled · 03-25-2010, 06:46 AM

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Originally Posted by builtchevystrong

what is a good shock besides fox shocks?

Bilstein makes some of the best shock absorbers out there IMO. As well as King if you've got the cash and the know how, or know someone with the experience/knowledge to valve them properly for your application. Sway a way and some others out there have great product as well.
A lot of people with track cars use Penske's too, but same deal as the Kings...

I've got to say, if you live anywhere where there is salt, or you aren't the type of person who waxes your suspension parts weekly, do NOT get the fox's. Mine on my Sierra are corroded to heck!

builtchevystrong · 03-25-2010, 05:23 PM

ok thanks and if i did get kings can any shop valve them to my liking without tearing a hole in my wallet?

03-07-2010, 12:08 PM	#1
Slowmotion Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Centennial Hills Nevada Posts: 58	Bilstein shocks I will retry with more info. It's time for me to buy new shocks for the 61. I want to use Bilstein shocks, But the manufacturer does not list an app for 60-62 trucks. Are there any other truck apps that cross reference for front shocks, stock height? Last edited by Slowmotion; 03-07-2010 at 12:13 PM.

03-08-2010, 10:44 AM	#2
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03-08-2010, 11:11 AM	#3
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,132	Re: Bilstein shocks I can only suggest searching other catalogs (Monroe is a good one) for a shock that will interchange. Once you know that info, re-check the Bilstein applications & see if they list the interchange option. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

03-08-2010, 04:41 PM	#4
Slowmotion Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Centennial Hills Nevada Posts: 58	Re: Bilstein shocks Thanks for the info. I will try Monroe.

03-11-2010, 03:43 AM	#5
ShredSled Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 159	Re: Bilstein shocks Found these, maybe what you are looking for? http://www.dreamershotrods.com/bilst...gmcpurear.aspx http://www.dreamershotrods.com/bilst...mcpufront.aspx

03-13-2010, 09:09 PM	#7
Mr-Jack Beer Drink'n Knuckle Dragger Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Eatonville, WA Posts: 493	Re: Bilstein shocks just measure the distance between the mounting location and make sure that the dimensions on the shock you are using allows travel positive and negative. only time i ever got replacement struts/shocks based pm the vehicle was for my stock height car i have. all my other vehicles i measured cause the ride height was differant from stock. i love bilsteins...they make good shocks __________________ GOD BLESS MY BROTHERS & SISTERS THAT SERVE WITH US *- 67 GMC Long-Wide* *350/SM420* *My BACON Wrapped Meatloaf Recipe*

03-14-2010, 08:41 PM	#8
Slowmotion Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Centennial Hills Nevada Posts: 58	Re: Bilstein shocks Thanks Shred Sled. I will be ordering a pair soon as I measure.

03-14-2010, 09:32 PM	#9
ShredSled Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Michigan Posts: 159	Re: Bilstein shocks hey no problem... hope those work out for ya'! I've been scoping them out myself at that place for a little bit now. But I have never ordered from them so I can't speak first-hand about their customer service... But, I've always had great luck with Bilstein in the past, and right now trying to consider if it's worth the double cost to go with them on a project where I'm already strapped for cash! Might just go with cheaper KYB's or Doetch-techs for the time being. Please be sure to let us know how these compare with the measurements you take though! I'd be interested to hear as well. __________________ get it!

03-22-2010, 03:32 PM	#10
builtchevystrong Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: oak harbor,WA Posts: 165	Re: Bilstein shocks are shocks supposed to be cheap or am i missing something. it sayd shock abosrbers is that the whole shock? http://www.kybshocksonline.com/Searc...Front%20Shocks

03-22-2010, 05:00 PM	#11
Mr-Jack Beer Drink'n Knuckle Dragger Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Eatonville, WA Posts: 493	Re: Bilstein shocks LOL...yeah that's the whole shock, they are cheap cause you get what you pay for. __________________ GOD BLESS MY BROTHERS & SISTERS THAT SERVE WITH US *- 67 GMC Long-Wide* *350/SM420* *My BACON Wrapped Meatloaf Recipe*

03-23-2010, 10:57 PM	#12
jlaird Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: johnstown, NY Posts: 2,393	Re: Bilstein shocks Here is another source. http://www.racecardynamics.com/class...hr/indexhr.htm

03-23-2010, 11:49 PM	#13
builtchevystrong Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: oak harbor,WA Posts: 165	Re: Bilstein shocks what is a good shock besides fox shocks?

03-25-2010, 05:23 PM	#15
builtchevystrong Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: oak harbor,WA Posts: 165	Re: Bilstein shocks ok thanks and if i did get kings can any shop valve them to my liking without tearing a hole in my wallet?



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