2001 4x4 -Time for new shocks - what are you using ? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**Green Machine** · 06-06-2009, 03:31 PM

2001 GMC 1500 ext cab. 100,000 miles. Time for new shocks, have one leaking. I am looking at the Monroe shocks, Delcos seem pretty expensive. Looks like I have several choices, Monroe-Matic, Sensa-Track and Reflex.

Cost diffenece does not bother me to much nor does shock life. I have some lower back troubles and and looking for the smoothest riding shock, never tow or haul anything. Tires are the stock type (not LT type) P265/70 R17 on factory alloy wheels.

Would the basic Monroe-Matic be the best ride or what would you suggest ? Thanks

**bwood** · 06-06-2009, 04:40 PM

I am using the Monroe Reflex on my 98. They made the ride stiffer and took some roll out in turns. I think they are more truck based shocks.

67ChevyRedneck · 06-06-2009, 11:17 PM

I put new bilsteins on my truck, firm but comfortable. May be too firm for what you're looking for though.

**Green Machine** · 06-09-2009, 03:09 AM

Going to try the Sensatrac on the truck. Noticed that there were not to many Reflex shocks made for cars. The Reflex looks like a perfect shock if the truck is used as a truck much, but I think I'll get a little better ride with the Sensatrac. I'll give the Sensatracs a try, and try to post back with the results.

06-06-2009, 03:31 PM	#1
Green Machine Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Estherville, Iowa Posts: 3,371	2001 4x4 -Time for new shocks - what are you using ? 2001 GMC 1500 ext cab. 100,000 miles. Time for new shocks, have one leaking. I am looking at the Monroe shocks, Delcos seem pretty expensive. Looks like I have several choices, Monroe-Matic, Sensa-Track and Reflex. Cost diffenece does not bother me to much nor does shock life. I have some lower back troubles and and looking for the smoothest riding shock, never tow or haul anything. Tires are the stock type (not LT type) P265/70 R17 on factory alloy wheels. Would the basic Monroe-Matic be the best ride or what would you suggest ? Thanks __________________ 1968 C10 307 3spd Long Fleet ------ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=201103 1970 C10 305 Super T10 Long Fleet --- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=202285 1971 C20 383 TH350 Dana Posi ----- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=206894 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 C3 6.0

06-06-2009, 04:40 PM	#2
bwood Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Denison, Texas Posts: 1,919	Re: 2001 4x4 -Time for new shocks - what are you using ? I am using the Monroe Reflex on my 98. They made the ride stiffer and took some roll out in turns. I think they are more truck based shocks. __________________ 1998 GMC Sierra SLE 1/2 ton 2WD 305 Vortec -Gibson Stainless Cat Back Swept Side -SS Wheels 2005 Honda CRF250R 2006 Honda CRF150F

06-06-2009, 11:17 PM	#3
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: 2001 4x4 -Time for new shocks - what are you using ? I put new bilsteins on my truck, firm but comfortable. May be too firm for what you're looking for though. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

06-09-2009, 03:09 AM	#4
Green Machine Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Estherville, Iowa Posts: 3,371	Re: 2001 4x4 -Time for new shocks - what are you using ? Going to try the Sensatrac on the truck. Noticed that there were not to many Reflex shocks made for cars. The Reflex looks like a perfect shock if the truck is used as a truck much, but I think I'll get a little better ride with the Sensatrac. I'll give the Sensatracs a try, and try to post back with the results. __________________ 1968 C10 307 3spd Long Fleet ------ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=201103 1970 C10 305 Super T10 Long Fleet --- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=202285 1971 C20 383 TH350 Dana Posi ----- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=206894 2001 GMC Sierra 1500 C3 6.0



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