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brak · 03-05-2007, 04:02 PM

As the title says, what shocks are you running with your dropped suspension.

-How much Drop?
-Have you used another brand before?
-hows the ride quality?

I was running nitro's on my last lowered pickup, but i have nothing to compare them to, plus that was 2001, so things have probably gotten better since then.

Share your experience

jimmydean · 03-05-2007, 05:31 PM

My front shocks are stock length and my rears are 3" lower. The rear shock prevents me from full lift by about 2" and I am using a 6" bag in the rear with a 3" cup.

I had the same problem with the front, but I returned them and got longer ones. I am using Doetsch shocks, cheap from Summit with an ok ride.

LUV2XCLR8 · 03-05-2007, 05:38 PM

Good thread, mine is bagged and I was wondering the same thing. I was
unsure of how much the travel would be limited by the shocks if any

**john** · 03-05-2007, 05:43 PM

KYB from ECE.

Rollie396 · 03-05-2007, 06:15 PM

Mine is on bags.I got my compressed and extended measurements and took it into a parts fella at the local napa.He came up with a couple of options and I selected a higher end napa shock.
Don't know how they work and it'll be at least another year before I find out

LUV2XCLR8 · 03-05-2007, 06:29 PM

What part # did you get Rollie ?

powell72 · 03-05-2007, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by john

KYB from ECE.

I also.

68 P.O.S. · 03-05-2007, 08:29 PM

I'm using Belltech Nitroactives. They handle pretty darn well.

jlaird · 03-05-2007, 10:29 PM

I had Belltech Nitroactives on my 97 f150. I wouldnt buy them again. I just recently bought doestch tech's for my bagged 69. I've always heard great things about them which can't be said for the beltech and toxic shocks. I lot of people like the monroe shocks too. They were my second choice.

TONE · 03-05-2007, 10:30 PM

Toxics On My 67 Lowered C-20, Kyb Monomax On My 98 Gmc Suburban, Bought Them From Stylin' Concepts.

Rollie396 · 03-05-2007, 11:04 PM

sorry luv I didn't check back.
I got Ultra-LT G63357 & G63355.One thing to keep in mind though,I may have shot myself in the foot because I mounted the shocks in the stock locations.I've decided to try it out and see how bad it is and I'll relocate if it's a real issue.

jsbgump · 03-05-2007, 11:36 PM

KYB from Early Classic

**special-K** · 03-06-2007, 10:15 AM

KYB(how did you overlook them?),4/6 drop,relocators.

**Steven B** · 03-06-2007, 11:06 AM

KYB from ECE

boraxman · 03-06-2007, 11:13 AM

3-5 drop w/ Doetsch drop shocks.

**Shock_Me** · 03-06-2007, 11:56 AM

KYB as well, from Early Classic Ent.

Tx Firefighter · 03-06-2007, 12:59 PM

+1 on KYB's from ECE.

KFreddy · 03-06-2007, 01:10 PM

KYB "drop shocks" 3/5 drop all from LMC. If I had to do it again I would have gone with Bilstein shocks. I had them on a 2" lowered '96 Impala SS, the ride was amazing and it handled better then a Miata, well in my mind any way...

-Fred

xmitsu10 · 03-06-2007, 07:16 PM

KYB's from GMC Pauls.

*Shane* · 03-06-2007, 08:26 PM

KYB's from ECE, with re-locators

leftcoast66 · 03-06-2007, 10:03 PM

Toxic's w/ full airbags. Relocated rear shock mounts when I did the 4 link.

chevydog66 · 03-08-2007, 10:26 PM

They are black and I can't remember the name. I got them off ebay. The truck is in winter storage right now. Rides pretty good considering how I lowered it.

CHAPS7931 · 03-08-2007, 10:41 PM

Toxic Shocks

57sailplane · 03-11-2007, 10:31 PM

qa1 drag series adjustable. mine is going low without airbags

boatpuller · 03-11-2007, 10:41 PM

nitro's..i'm kinda out to lunch,whether i like em or not.course,alot of people say i'm out to lunch all the time anyway.

View Poll Results: What shocks are you running
Belltech - Nitro's	5	12.20%
Pro Comp - Toxic Shocks	4	9.76%
McGaughy's Shocks	0	0%
DJM - Twin Tube	1	2.44%
Other	26	63.41%
I prefer to let my std length shocks bottom out.	5	12.20%
Voters: 41. You may not vote on this poll

03-05-2007, 04:02 PM	#1
brak Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: MinneSNOWta Posts: 1,381	What shocks are you using. (Dropped) As the title says, what shocks are you running with your dropped suspension. -How much Drop? -Have you used another brand before? -hows the ride quality? I was running nitro's on my last lowered pickup, but i have nothing to compare them to, plus that was 2001, so things have probably gotten better since then. Share your experience __________________ 2003 GMC Sierra 1500 WT 1995 Nissan Hardbody 2016 Hyundai Veloster Turbo DC2 (SW/AW) Clyde W. Harvey USN "Socialism is a philosophy of failure, the creed of ignorance, and the gospel of envy, its inherent virtue is the equal sharing of misery" Winston Churchill

03-05-2007, 05:31 PM	#2
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: What shocks are you using. (Dropped) My front shocks are stock length and my rears are 3" lower. The rear shock prevents me from full lift by about 2" and I am using a 6" bag in the rear with a 3" cup. I had the same problem with the front, but I returned them and got longer ones. I am using Doetsch shocks, cheap from Summit with an ok ride. __________________ New Project: 1966 LWB C20 Plans: 1/2 ton conversion Dropmember front Dropmember rear Corvette discs Restored raised bed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=4295210

03-05-2007, 05:38 PM	#3
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: What shocks are you using. (Dropped) Good thread, mine is bagged and I was wondering the same thing. I was unsure of how much the travel would be limited by the shocks if any __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

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03-05-2007, 06:15 PM	#5
Rollie396 someday it will be done! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lloydminster,AB. Canada Posts: 1,620	Re: What shocks are you using. (Dropped) Mine is on bags.I got my compressed and extended measurements and took it into a parts fella at the local napa.He came up with a couple of options and I selected a higher end napa shock. Don't know how they work and it'll be at least another year before I find out __________________ '72 C-10 Proud owner of a million new and used pieces that used to be and will once again be(god willing) a testament to the term "they don't build em like that anymore. '80 LWB 2wd beater '67 GMC long fleet (cab donor) '66 long step (parked till it's turn comes around) '65 short step (parts truck that will donate it's bed and possibly frame to the '66) '06 Grand Prix wife's car (she hardly lets me touch it) my pics

03-05-2007, 06:29 PM	#6
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: What shocks are you using. (Dropped) What part # did you get Rollie ? __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

03-05-2007, 08:29 PM	#8
68 P.O.S. Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Puyallup, WA Posts: 1,662	Re: What shocks are you using. (Dropped) I'm using Belltech Nitroactives. They handle pretty darn well.

03-05-2007, 10:29 PM	#9
jlaird Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: johnstown, NY Posts: 2,393	Re: What shocks are you using. (Dropped) I had Belltech Nitroactives on my 97 f150. I wouldnt buy them again. I just recently bought doestch tech's for my bagged 69. I've always heard great things about them which can't be said for the beltech and toxic shocks. I lot of people like the monroe shocks too. They were my second choice.

03-05-2007, 10:30 PM	#10
TONE Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: IOWA Posts: 58	Re: What shocks are you using. (Dropped) Toxics On My 67 Lowered C-20, Kyb Monomax On My 98 Gmc Suburban, Bought Them From Stylin' Concepts. __________________ 67 C 20 BOWTIE (IN PROGRESS) - 1972 350 ENGINE - MUNCIE SM 420 - 4.56 GEARS

03-05-2007, 11:04 PM	#11
Rollie396 someday it will be done! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lloydminster,AB. Canada Posts: 1,620	Re: What shocks are you using. (Dropped) sorry luv I didn't check back. I got Ultra-LT G63357 & G63355.One thing to keep in mind though,I may have shot myself in the foot because I mounted the shocks in the stock locations.I've decided to try it out and see how bad it is and I'll relocate if it's a real issue. __________________ '72 C-10 Proud owner of a million new and used pieces that used to be and will once again be(god willing) a testament to the term "they don't build em like that anymore. '80 LWB 2wd beater '67 GMC long fleet (cab donor) '66 long step (parked till it's turn comes around) '65 short step (parts truck that will donate it's bed and possibly frame to the '66) '06 Grand Prix wife's car (she hardly lets me touch it) my pics

03-05-2007, 11:36 PM	#12
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03-06-2007, 10:15 AM	#13
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03-06-2007, 11:06 AM	#14
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03-06-2007, 11:13 AM	#15
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03-06-2007, 11:56 AM	#16
Shock_Me Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: New Brunswick, Canada Posts: 591	Re: What shocks are you using. (Dropped) KYB as well, from Early Classic Ent.

03-06-2007, 12:59 PM	#17
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KFreddy Active Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Miami, Florida Posts: 286	Re: What shocks are you using. (Dropped) KYB "drop shocks" 3/5 drop all from LMC. If I had to do it again I would have gone with Bilstein shocks. I had them on a 2" lowered '96 Impala SS, the ride was amazing and it handled better then a Miata, well in my mind any way... -Fred

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