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06-11-2011, 04:03 PM
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DND Trucks
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Shocks
Anyone know what the best touring/towing shocks a person can get for a '85 C20 with a 454, i.e monroe sensa-trac, kyb, etc.?
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06-11-2011, 04:58 PM
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Re: Shocks
I had KYB Monomax on my last truck, because they were advertised as being the best for heavy engines like a diesel, and for snowplows. I had both and ate up a set of cheap Monroes. I was very happy with the KYBs.
I have Rancho RS 5000s on my 82, mostly because they are what's most available for lifted trucks. no complaints yet. I put Explorer Pro Comp ES 5000s on my 04 Avalanche 1500 last year, didn't like them at all. Too stiff.
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06-11-2011, 11:04 PM
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Re: Shocks
Thanks Dan, that's what I was looking for, some real world experience.
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06-12-2011, 05:25 AM
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Re: Shocks
You might research the different type of shocks available. I had some Edelbrock IAS shocks which really improved the truck ride and handling in a 2000 1/2 ton Silverado I owned, but they are very expensive. I have old Monroe shocks on my 83 C20 454 and they have held up well and ride nice. I think any brand name heavy duty shock made for your truck will be satisfactory, but if you want better performance for the truck you will have to pay for it.
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06-12-2011, 06:24 AM
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Re: Shocks
bilstein shocks
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is it fast ? it has a lighting bolt donut? B___H please, I can remove 90% of your so called "beauty" with a kleenex |
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06-14-2011, 03:08 AM
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Re: Shocks
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06-14-2011, 05:27 PM
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Re: Shocks
I tried to get the Eldys but was informed that these are discontinued. Is there still a source for the Eldys? If so where? How about Bilsteins?
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