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Longhorn 70 · 02-26-2013, 10:40 AM

Is there such a thing as a good riding, inexpensive shock absorber for our trucks???

Mine is a 70 C20 with 6500 lb axles. It has 71-72 disc setup with new big block springs and A/C. The tires are radial but I don't remember brand or size and they are on stock wheels.

Any suggestions? I want to replace all corners.

FordFighter · 02-26-2013, 10:52 AM

Jump on ebay and type 1970 chevy C-20 in the search engine....you can scroll thru thousands of chinese aftermarket parts there,including shocks,you want inexpensive,thats were there going to come from.

Nathans71 · 02-26-2013, 11:44 AM

I have had good results with Monroe Sensa Trac shocks. Good ride and pretty durable. Rock Auto has the fronts for 15.04. This says without HD suspension. You may need more shock than these for your 6500# axles.

jhwkns · 02-26-2013, 11:56 AM

If you plan on keeping the truck for a while, get some that have a warranty. AutoZone gives me a new set for free every few years.

Longhorn 70 · 02-26-2013, 12:23 PM

I think the ones I have on the front now are the OLD Gabriel adjustable shocks. They are white and you compress them all the way to click soft medium or firm valving. The shocks still work with no leaks but the bushings are gone I mean rotted.

Would it be worth putting poly bushings in 20 year old shocks??? I am on the "no" side of this.

**Stocker** · 02-26-2013, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Nathans71

I have had good results with Monroe Sensa Trac shocks. Good ride and pretty durable.

I've heard nothing but good about Sensatracs but haven't owned any.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Longhorn 70

Would it be worth putting poly bushings in 20 year old shocks??? I am on the "no" side of this.

After 20 years, I would just get new shocks.

Consider KYB Gas-A-Justs. These are non-adjustable high-pressure gas shocks that are somewhat firmer than OEM, especially when new. I've put them on two vehicles and they have lasted me a long time.

Longhorn 70 · 02-26-2013, 01:36 PM

Thanks all for the input..... This is what I have now. As I stated though they are 20 years old.

I think I am going to go with Gabriel ProGard and just replace every few years as suggested. I need to have something with a softer ride. I think I am getting old.

02-26-2013, 10:40 AM	#1
Longhorn 70 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Chandler AZ Posts: 1,149	Good riding, inexpensive shocks??? Is there such a thing as a good riding, inexpensive shock absorber for our trucks??? Mine is a 70 C20 with 6500 lb axles. It has 71-72 disc setup with new big block springs and A/C. The tires are radial but I don't remember brand or size and they are on stock wheels. Any suggestions? I want to replace all corners. __________________ 1970 Longhorn, Front Disc, 350/4 bolt, 882 heads, HEI, Edelbrock, 700R4, HO-52/4.11. 1996 Corvette, Collector Roadster, LT4, 396, 450RWHP, 6sp, 4.11/Dana44/posi 5 point roll bar And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. Gal 6:9

02-26-2013, 10:52 AM	#2
FordFighter Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: phelan,ca Posts: 29	Re: Good riding, inexpensive shocks??? Jump on ebay and type 1970 chevy C-20 in the search engine....you can scroll thru thousands of chinese aftermarket parts there,including shocks,you want inexpensive,thats were there going to come from. __________________ Work on your truck and work your truck your my kind of people, Love my ol'20..

02-26-2013, 11:44 AM	#3
Nathans71 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mt. Washington Kentucky Posts: 97	Re: Good riding, inexpensive shocks??? I have had good results with Monroe Sensa Trac shocks. Good ride and pretty durable. Rock Auto has the fronts for 15.04. This says without HD suspension. You may need more shock than these for your 6500# axles.

02-26-2013, 11:56 AM	#4
jhwkns Registered Cruiser Join Date: May 2002 Location: Las Vegas NV Posts: 2,230	Re: Good riding, inexpensive shocks??? If you plan on keeping the truck for a while, get some that have a warranty. AutoZone gives me a new set for free every few years. __________________ I intend to live forever. So far, so good.

02-26-2013, 12:23 PM	#5
Longhorn 70 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Chandler AZ Posts: 1,149	Re: Good riding, inexpensive shocks??? I think the ones I have on the front now are the OLD Gabriel adjustable shocks. They are white and you compress them all the way to click soft medium or firm valving. The shocks still work with no leaks but the bushings are gone I mean rotted. Would it be worth putting poly bushings in 20 year old shocks??? I am on the "no" side of this. __________________ 1970 Longhorn, Front Disc, 350/4 bolt, 882 heads, HEI, Edelbrock, 700R4, HO-52/4.11. 1996 Corvette, Collector Roadster, LT4, 396, 450RWHP, 6sp, 4.11/Dana44/posi 5 point roll bar And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. Gal 6:9

02-26-2013, 01:36 PM	#7
Longhorn 70 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Chandler AZ Posts: 1,149	Re: Good riding, inexpensive shocks??? Thanks all for the input..... This is what I have now. As I stated though they are 20 years old. I think I am going to go with Gabriel ProGard and just replace every few years as suggested. I need to have something with a softer ride. I think I am getting old. __________________ 1970 Longhorn, Front Disc, 350/4 bolt, 882 heads, HEI, Edelbrock, 700R4, HO-52/4.11. 1996 Corvette, Collector Roadster, LT4, 396, 450RWHP, 6sp, 4.11/Dana44/posi 5 point roll bar And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. Gal 6:9



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