Question about No Limit Shock Relocate upper mount - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

saxart · 04-06-2019, 12:29 PM

I'm in the process of mounting my No-Limit shock relocator kit and had a question about the top mount location.

The directions say that the that the large 5/8" hole should be 17-5/16" from the rear of the frame. Is this for a long box frame or a short box frame? My frame doesn't have this hole, so I'm going to have to drill it. I thought the rear frame lengths were different, thereby meaning that there should be one measurement for a short box and another measurement for a long box frame, correct?

http://nolimit.net/tech/pdf/63-72-ch...k-relocate.pdf

Also, I think I've figured out that the extra rear overload spring needs to go as it's right in the way of the shock location. That would have been nice to know before buying the kit!

Any thoughts on the measurement situation are greatly appreciated.

Reggler · 05-06-2019, 02:41 AM

I just went through this confusion last year with my Suburban. It seems like early years the frames sometimes didn't have that hole. I did, but my gas tank straps used it too. I can get you some installed pics tomorrow night, and some measurements. Check these 2 pics and see if that helps though.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LDX...ew?usp=sharing

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XR5...ew?usp=sharing

saxart · 05-06-2019, 06:24 AM

Thanks Reggler-
No need for the photos/measurements as I did get the kit installed. We used the directions (which are for a SWB truck) and just added the extra length of a long wheel base to get the correct measurement from the rear of the frame for the top mount.

Its pretty surprising that No Limit doesn't fix their directions so that us LWB guys can install this kit without major hassle. Having said that, now that the kit is installed, the truck rides AMAZING after also installing new standard height springs.

**EdwardSams** · 07-18-2019, 08:50 PM

What was that measurement? I want to be sure I’m getting it right. Thanks.

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Originally Posted by saxart

Thanks Reggler-
No need for the photos/measurements as I did get the kit installed. We used the directions (which are for a SWB truck) and just added the extra length of a long wheel base to get the correct measurement from the rear of the frame for the top mount.

Its pretty surprising that No Limit doesn't fix their directions so that us LWB guys can install this kit without major hassle. Having said that, now that the kit is installed, the truck rides AMAZING after also installing new standard height springs.

siggyfreud · 07-18-2019, 11:24 PM

When I installed their 4 link kit I noticed little of the measurements lined up. I called them and they said the directions were for a swb truck. I asked if they had them for a lwb and they said no and I'd pretty much have to come up with my own. Their stuff seemed of quality but I didn't have the best experience from a support perspective. But maybe they're okay being more niche and not targeting the lwb crew too.

Andy4639 · 07-18-2019, 11:38 PM

Last page in this link Rob updated the instructions on the mounting.
I've had his kit for several years and it's one of the best mods I've ever done.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=444925&page=3

**EdwardSams** · 07-19-2019, 08:15 AM

I got the kit and can’t wait to get it on. The measurement on the new instructions is definitely for a SWB truck (where mounting bracket goes on frame). I’ve found their customer service to be excellent so I’ll just give them a call for guidance.

Andy4639 · 07-19-2019, 09:33 AM

This is a older link and it has some pictures and info on the kit. My 71 is a LWB and it's been awhile since I installed the kit but I don't remember having to call them about the mounting. I went by the instructions they sent and it all was good.
I did how ever have to take my Camaro rear sway bar off for the install but found afterwards I didn't really need it.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=699646

**EdwardSams** · 07-19-2019, 11:51 AM

Thanks, Andy.

I just spoke with Eli at No Limit. Since it is a longbed I do need to add 8" to the 17 5/16" measurement.

I'll post pix once I get it done.

Andy4639 · 07-19-2019, 12:46 PM

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Originally Posted by EdwardSams

Thanks, Andy.

I just spoke with Eli at No Limit. Since it is a longbed I do need to add 8" to the 17 5/16" measurement.

I'll post pix once I get it done.

Good deal man. Your going to love it sir! My truck handles way better now than with the rear sway bar ever did.

68Gold/white · 07-20-2019, 04:20 PM

Can you the stock shocks, if your pickup is not lowered???

**EdwardSams** · 07-20-2019, 06:28 PM

The kit went in with very little trouble.

Old bolts took some coercion but they gave in. There was a river that took some grinding. And the old shocks didn’t want to cooperate.

Next step, getting new shocks.

And figuring out how to measure for proper size.

**EdwardSams** · 08-12-2019, 08:09 AM

Done! I ended up going with the Doetsch Hydralics that No limit recommended. I wanted to put in the ride tech but didn’t want to spend nearly $400 on two shocks.

Definitely a huge improvement. I can hit a bump without being thrown out of my seat.

Now it’s time to tackle the sloppy rag joint...

Andy4639 · 08-12-2019, 09:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EdwardSams

Done! I ended up going with the Doetsch Hydralics that No limit recommended. I wanted to put in the ride tech but didn’t want to spend nearly $400 on two shocks.

Definitely a huge improvement. I can hit a bump without being thrown out of my seat.

Now it’s time to tackle the sloppy rag joint...

Get it out and take some curves in it. That's when you notice a nice difference in how it corners!

**Boog** · 08-12-2019, 12:38 PM

Turn

**EdwardSams** · 08-12-2019, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Boog

Turn

Thx!

demian5 · 08-13-2019, 11:27 AM

So basically putting 60-62 style shock mounts on a 63-72 truck...

04-06-2019, 12:29 PM	#1
saxart Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: St. Croix River Valley, WI Posts: 795	Question about No Limit Shock Relocate upper mount I'm in the process of mounting my No-Limit shock relocator kit and had a question about the top mount location. The directions say that the that the large 5/8" hole should be 17-5/16" from the rear of the frame. Is this for a long box frame or a short box frame? My frame doesn't have this hole, so I'm going to have to drill it. I thought the rear frame lengths were different, thereby meaning that there should be one measurement for a short box and another measurement for a long box frame, correct? http://nolimit.net/tech/pdf/63-72-ch...k-relocate.pdf Also, I think I've figured out that the extra rear overload spring needs to go as it's right in the way of the shock location. That would have been nice to know before buying the kit! Any thoughts on the measurement situation are greatly appreciated. __________________ Meet "Old Roy": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=707801 Last edited by saxart; 04-06-2019 at 03:02 PM.

05-06-2019, 02:41 AM	#2
Reggler Registered User Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Brunswick, Ohio Posts: 49	Re: Question about No Limit Shock Relocate upper mount I just went through this confusion last year with my Suburban. It seems like early years the frames sometimes didn't have that hole. I did, but my gas tank straps used it too. I can get you some installed pics tomorrow night, and some measurements. Check these 2 pics and see if that helps though. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LDX...ew?usp=sharing https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XR5...ew?usp=sharing Last edited by Reggler; 05-06-2019 at 02:42 AM. Reason: pics

05-06-2019, 06:24 AM	#3
saxart Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: St. Croix River Valley, WI Posts: 795	Re: Question about No Limit Shock Relocate upper mount Thanks Reggler- No need for the photos/measurements as I did get the kit installed. We used the directions (which are for a SWB truck) and just added the extra length of a long wheel base to get the correct measurement from the rear of the frame for the top mount. Its pretty surprising that No Limit doesn't fix their directions so that us LWB guys can install this kit without major hassle. Having said that, now that the kit is installed, the truck rides AMAZING after also installing new standard height springs. __________________ Meet "Old Roy": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=707801

07-18-2019, 11:24 PM	#5
siggyfreud Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Portland Posts: 1,330	Re: Question about No Limit Shock Relocate upper mount When I installed their 4 link kit I noticed little of the measurements lined up. I called them and they said the directions were for a swb truck. I asked if they had them for a lwb and they said no and I'd pretty much have to come up with my own. Their stuff seemed of quality but I didn't have the best experience from a support perspective. But maybe they're okay being more niche and not targeting the lwb crew too. __________________ Current Build - Project "Ghost of Poseidon" 72 C10 Pro-touring build Previous Build - 66 GMC Pro-touring build. Sold.

07-18-2019, 11:38 PM	#6
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Question about No Limit Shock Relocate upper mount Last page in this link Rob updated the instructions on the mounting. I've had his kit for several years and it's one of the best mods I've ever done. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=444925&page=3 __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

07-19-2019, 08:15 AM	#7
EdwardSams Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 236	Re: Question about No Limit Shock Relocate upper mount I got the kit and can’t wait to get it on. The measurement on the new instructions is definitely for a SWB truck (where mounting bracket goes on frame). I’ve found their customer service to be excellent so I’ll just give them a call for guidance. Attached Images

07-19-2019, 09:33 AM	#8
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: Question about No Limit Shock Relocate upper mount This is a older link and it has some pictures and info on the kit. My 71 is a LWB and it's been awhile since I installed the kit but I don't remember having to call them about the mounting. I went by the instructions they sent and it all was good. I did how ever have to take my Camaro rear sway bar off for the install but found afterwards I didn't really need it. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=699646 __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

07-19-2019, 11:51 AM	#9
EdwardSams Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 236	Re: Question about No Limit Shock Relocate upper mount Thanks, Andy. I just spoke with Eli at No Limit. Since it is a longbed I do need to add 8" to the 17 5/16" measurement. I'll post pix once I get it done.

07-20-2019, 04:20 PM	#11
68Gold/white Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ark City, Kansas Posts: 3,418	Re: Question about No Limit Shock Relocate upper mount Can you the stock shocks, if your pickup is not lowered???

07-20-2019, 06:28 PM	#12
EdwardSams Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 236	Re: Question about No Limit Shock Relocate upper mount The kit went in with very little trouble. Old bolts took some coercion but they gave in. There was a river that took some grinding. And the old shocks didn’t want to cooperate. Next step, getting new shocks. And figuring out how to measure for proper size. Attached Images

08-12-2019, 08:09 AM	#13
EdwardSams Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2018 Location: Long Island, NY Posts: 236	Re: Question about No Limit Shock Relocate upper mount Done! I ended up going with the Doetsch Hydralics that No limit recommended. I wanted to put in the ride tech but didn’t want to spend nearly $400 on two shocks. Definitely a huge improvement. I can hit a bump without being thrown out of my seat. Now it’s time to tackle the sloppy rag joint...

08-12-2019, 12:38 PM	#15
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,543	Re: Question about No Limit Shock Relocate upper mount Turn Attached Images __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

08-13-2019, 11:27 AM	#17
demian5 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Lake Forest, CA Posts: 2,178	Re: Question about No Limit Shock Relocate upper mount So basically putting 60-62 style shock mounts on a 63-72 truck... __________________ "Work hard, use your vacation days." 1970 C15 GMC Long Bed 1986 C20 Scottsdale 1983 K2500 Sierra Classic Suburban 6.2 Instagram: C10sofOC



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