original vs aftermarket shocks - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

GMCBubba · 12-27-2006, 04:47 PM

1. Found these shocks on my truck and I was wondering if they looked like original equipment?

2. What aftermarket shocks are people running on their trucks? I am hoping for some reasonable comfort, but i also want the truck to handle well. Any brand suggestions?

bean · 12-27-2006, 05:00 PM

I can't really tell if they're stock. If you're looking for a good replacement I've had great success with ranchos.

PanelDeland · 12-27-2006, 05:01 PM

Bubba,(always wanted to meet a southerner named BUBBA)I had Monroe gas charged on a truck.Unfortunately the ones I replaced were so bad anything would have been an improvement.I went with them because they were resonably priced and had a lifetime warranty.I don't know how much difference they made but they lated several years and in fact are still on the truck.It is in pieces so I doubt they are good anymore.Unless you plan on going to a high end (read expensive) shock or drastically changing the suspension or ride height I would suggest a quality name brand replacement.I think I gave about $25.00 a piece for them in about 95.
Just some info to help you decide.I like the lifetime warranty stuff since I tend to drive the wheels off of one then repair it.I knew a guy who had gone thru about 4 sets of brake shoes on a Camaro since he bought lifetime ones.They think you'll lose the receipt or trade cars and they'll be off the hook.

GMCBubba · 12-27-2006, 05:40 PM

Panel - name ain't really bubba. might be fun, though. just what my dad called me since we moved to Tennessee about 13 years ago (it was the best move we ever made and brought me to my true home in the south). of course, living in the chapel hill/durham area isn't really the south. more like south new york/jersey.

GMCBubba · 12-28-2006, 10:46 AM

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CPNEJR · 12-28-2006, 11:04 AM

those look like origingal shocks to me

Longhorn Man · 12-28-2006, 12:40 PM

they are original, or factory replacements from back in the day.

PanelDeland · 12-28-2006, 08:26 PM

I didn't realize you were just down the road,Bubba.Next time we have a board meet we'll let you know.

Psycho71 · 12-28-2006, 08:32 PM

Those look just like the ones on my truck now. I knew mine were old & toasted, but didn't think they were original. Oh well, no sentiment here. They get chucked along with all the other suspension wear parts asap.

Jay

Sweet72 · 12-28-2006, 09:35 PM

Anybody sell a rebuild kit for the original shock absorbers?

12-27-2006, 04:47 PM	#1
GMCBubba Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Simpsonville, SC Posts: 255	original vs aftermarket shocks 1. Found these shocks on my truck and I was wondering if they looked like original equipment? 2. What aftermarket shocks are people running on their trucks? I am hoping for some reasonable comfort, but i also want the truck to handle well. Any brand suggestions? Attached Images __________________ 1969 GMC 3/4 ton, 307, 4-speed NP435GL, DANA 60, 4.10, HD rear leafs, manual everything, leaking oil and water. Now rocking 383, NV4500, power steering, power brakes. Finally undergoing restoration.

12-27-2006, 05:00 PM	#2
bean Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Fort Worth, TX Posts: 920	Re: original vs aftermarket shocks I can't really tell if they're stock. If you're looking for a good replacement I've had great success with ranchos.

12-27-2006, 05:01 PM	#3
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: original vs aftermarket shocks Bubba,(always wanted to meet a southerner named BUBBA)I had Monroe gas charged on a truck.Unfortunately the ones I replaced were so bad anything would have been an improvement.I went with them because they were resonably priced and had a lifetime warranty.I don't know how much difference they made but they lated several years and in fact are still on the truck.It is in pieces so I doubt they are good anymore.Unless you plan on going to a high end (read expensive) shock or drastically changing the suspension or ride height I would suggest a quality name brand replacement.I think I gave about $25.00 a piece for them in about 95. Just some info to help you decide.I like the lifetime warranty stuff since I tend to drive the wheels off of one then repair it.I knew a guy who had gone thru about 4 sets of brake shoes on a Camaro since he bought lifetime ones.They think you'll lose the receipt or trade cars and they'll be off the hook. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

12-27-2006, 05:40 PM	#4
GMCBubba Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Simpsonville, SC Posts: 255	Re: original vs aftermarket shocks Panel - name ain't really bubba. might be fun, though. just what my dad called me since we moved to Tennessee about 13 years ago (it was the best move we ever made and brought me to my true home in the south). of course, living in the chapel hill/durham area isn't really the south. more like south new york/jersey. __________________ 1969 GMC 3/4 ton, 307, 4-speed NP435GL, DANA 60, 4.10, HD rear leafs, manual everything, leaking oil and water. Now rocking 383, NV4500, power steering, power brakes. Finally undergoing restoration.

12-28-2006, 10:46 AM	#5
GMCBubba Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Simpsonville, SC Posts: 255	Re: original vs aftermarket shocks ... __________________ 1969 GMC 3/4 ton, 307, 4-speed NP435GL, DANA 60, 4.10, HD rear leafs, manual everything, leaking oil and water. Now rocking 383, NV4500, power steering, power brakes. Finally undergoing restoration.

12-28-2006, 11:04 AM	#6
CPNEJR Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Franconia,N.H. Posts: 1,029	Re: original vs aftermarket shocks those look like origingal shocks to me __________________ (Only) Member of the CPNE Fan Club Aint that the truth 67 C-10 350 with 3-speed tranny and 308 gears swb step 82 Z28 Camaro 355 small block over 350 hp and a borg warner super t-10 (blown engine) 72 Chevy K20 Suburban (future project) 70 Chevy K20 now 68 GMC K2500 2003 Chevy 2500hd ccsb 4X4 (daily driver)

12-28-2006, 12:40 PM	#7
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: original vs aftermarket shocks they are original, or factory replacements from back in the day.

12-28-2006, 08:26 PM	#8
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: original vs aftermarket shocks I didn't realize you were just down the road,Bubba.Next time we have a board meet we'll let you know. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

12-28-2006, 08:32 PM	#9
Psycho71 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Kaufman, Tx Posts: 827	Re: original vs aftermarket shocks Those look just like the ones on my truck now. I knew mine were old & toasted, but didn't think they were original. Oh well, no sentiment here. They get chucked along with all the other suspension wear parts asap. Jay __________________ You only need two tools in life - WD-40 and Duct Tape. If it doesn't move and should, use the WD-40. If it shouldn't move and does, use the duct tape. If a hammer doesn't fix it, you have an electrical problem! Slot Cars, 1:24 Scale, 100MPH@100,000RPM, fastest things on wheels!

12-28-2006, 09:35 PM	#10
Sweet72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Alexandria, VA Posts: 1,534	Re: original vs aftermarket shocks Anybody sell a rebuild kit for the original shock absorbers? __________________ '72 GMC SWB C1500 Custom, frame-off in progress. 383 SBC, 9:1CR, Comp Cams XE262H, Scat internal balanced crank, Eagle SIR 6" rods, Keith Black dish pistons, Dart Iron Eagle 72/180 heads, Weiand Stealth intake, Stewart stage I water pump, Holley 4bbl vac sec, TH350 with B&M Shift Improver Kit. 12 bolt positraction.



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