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pritch · 09-27-2009, 10:31 PM

I don't know what these are called. The pieces that the rear end U-bolts bolt through and have the lower shock mount holes. I started cleaning up the rear end parts on my Panel, and I noticed that the holes for the lower shock mounts were really egg shaped. I have a couple others floating around here somewhere, but my question is: Are there better ways to do this, I mean, a reinforcment mod or something?

And if it turns out that the other ones I have are bad also, are there re-pops available? Can new ones be bought?

**N2TRUX** · 09-28-2009, 12:07 PM

Anyone?

SCOTI · 09-28-2009, 12:18 PM

It's a common problem when the shocks aren't checked periodically for tightness (the holes get wallowed out). You can weld some washers to each side of the opening for a new/thicker hole or new brackets are available from the aftermarket (shock relocating kits).

Twisted78SS · 09-28-2009, 01:11 PM

If you are referring to the lower shock plate, yes they are available by LMC and others. Mine are the same as yours, been through a few years of loose shocks.. I thought about repairing the old, but these are priced fairly cheap.

Item #20 in this pic?

Hottrucks · 09-28-2009, 01:54 PM

I cut a piece of pipe about 1/2" long made the hole bigger and welded in the pipe

pritch · 09-28-2009, 09:57 PM

Thanks, all. Some good ideas, for sure. I wonder if the LMC ones are any good. The price does seem right. I'll have to dig out the spares I have and see if they are any better before I make a decision.

SCOTI · 09-29-2009, 01:24 AM

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Originally Posted by pritch

Thanks, all. Some good ideas, for sure. I wonder if the LMC ones are any good. The price does seem right. I'll have to dig out the spares I have and see if they are any better before I make a decision.

Stock ride height?

pritch · 09-29-2009, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Stock ride height?

Well, yes and no. I havn't found the rear end I want yet, so I'm going to stick my existing in place just for temporary so the thing will at least be on 4 wheels so I can push it around, and for mock-up purposes. I lowered the front 2 1/2", but I haven't really decided yet if I want it to sit level, or keep more of a stock 'raked' look. I don't mind the thoughts of lowering blocks, and I haven't ruled out bags at all.

skeeterbug · 09-29-2009, 11:38 PM

i got the shock relocator kit from cpp, just put them on my frame last friday. they were at a relitivel good price and came w/ all the bolts, nuts, and washers to do the install. i paired them up w/ 4" drop coils and nitro drop shocks it all went together very well. the replacement brackets are made of very thick steel as well, i was suprised @ the quality for the cost, dont know how they hold up yet will be a month ir so before i finish my frame off.

SCOTI · 09-29-2009, 11:42 PM

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Originally Posted by pritch

Well, yes and no. I havn't found the rear end I want yet, so I'm going to stick my existing in place just for temporary so the thing will at least be on 4 wheels so I can push it around, and for mock-up purposes. I lowered the front 2 1/2", but I haven't really decided yet if I want it to sit level, or keep more of a stock 'raked' look. I don't mind the thoughts of lowering blocks, and I haven't ruled out bags at all.

Get the 'rear-shock relocation bracket kit' from ECE. Problem solved on the worn lower bracket & you gain shock travel lost when lowering w/dropped springs or bags (lowering blocks don't impact shock travel in this configuration).

pritch · 09-30-2009, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Get the 'rear-shock relocation bracket kit' from ECE. Problem solved on the worn lower bracket & you gain shock travel lost when lowering w/dropped springs or bags (lowering blocks don't impact shock travel in this configuration).

I think that's exactly what I'll do. No muss no fuss and it leaves me with the options I need while I decide which way to go. Thanks, SCOTI.

**NGN** · 10-02-2009, 02:33 AM

i got the LMC one's , they don't look exactly like original [ japan made ]i still didn't use them yet but they sure look like they'll work

09-27-2009, 10:31 PM	#1
pritch Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Hoytsville, Utah Posts: 3,365	Lower rear shock mounts 67-72 I don't know what these are called. The pieces that the rear end U-bolts bolt through and have the lower shock mount holes. I started cleaning up the rear end parts on my Panel, and I noticed that the holes for the lower shock mounts were really egg shaped. I have a couple others floating around here somewhere, but my question is: Are there better ways to do this, I mean, a reinforcment mod or something? And if it turns out that the other ones I have are bad also, are there re-pops available? Can new ones be bought? __________________ '68 Panel Project Boogie Chillin' '68 C-10 Ol' Green

09-28-2009, 12:18 PM	#3
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,066	Re: Lower rear shock mounts 67-72 It's a common problem when the shocks aren't checked periodically for tightness (the holes get wallowed out). You can weld some washers to each side of the opening for a new/thicker hole or new brackets are available from the aftermarket (shock relocating kits). __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.* Last edited by SCOTI; 09-28-2009 at 12:19 PM.

09-28-2009, 01:11 PM	#4
Twisted78SS Wide n'Low Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: La Center, WA Posts: 1,511	Re: Lower rear shock mounts 67-72 If you are referring to the lower shock plate, yes they are available by LMC and others. Mine are the same as yours, been through a few years of loose shocks.. I thought about repairing the old, but these are priced fairly cheap. Item #20 in this pic? __________________ Trippin Hazard.. 67 swb, Gold Member.. 68 Suburban Air Force Retired

09-28-2009, 01:54 PM	#5
Hottrucks Redefining LowBudget Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: lebanon Cow Hampshire Posts: 4,538	Re: Lower rear shock mounts 67-72 I cut a piece of pipe about 1/2" long made the hole bigger and welded in the pipe

09-28-2009, 09:57 PM	#6
pritch Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Hoytsville, Utah Posts: 3,365	Re: Lower rear shock mounts 67-72 Thanks, all. Some good ideas, for sure. I wonder if the LMC ones are any good. The price does seem right. I'll have to dig out the spares I have and see if they are any better before I make a decision. __________________ '68 Panel Project Boogie Chillin' '68 C-10 Ol' Green

09-28-2009, 12:07 PM	#2
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Lower rear shock mounts 67-72 Anyone? __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

09-29-2009, 11:38 PM	#9
skeeterbug Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: watertown, tn Posts: 332	Re: Lower rear shock mounts 67-72 i got the shock relocator kit from cpp, just put them on my frame last friday. they were at a relitivel good price and came w/ all the bolts, nuts, and washers to do the install. i paired them up w/ 4" drop coils and nitro drop shocks it all went together very well. the replacement brackets are made of very thick steel as well, i was suprised @ the quality for the cost, dont know how they hold up yet will be a month ir so before i finish my frame off. __________________ '71 LWB c10-"WORK" in progress 385 ci 4 bolt (4.040 bore), scat 6.0" forged h beams,scat forged crank 3.750, speed pro 5cc flat top, clevite bearings, .039 head gaskets,comp xr288hr 110* 288/294adv. 236/242@.50 555/576 lift, pbm hyd roller lifters, chad spiers 215cc imp. heads , comp 1.6 roler rockers, comp magnum push rods, edelbrock victor jr. single plane intake p&p (1206 gasket matched), quickfuel 750R DP , th 350 trans, 5.14 gear, 3000 stall 2012 best 1/8- 7.70 @ 87mph 1.70 60' (lil better) 2013 best 7.39 2014 best-7.38 New for 2013-strange rear coilovers, headman 1-3/4 headers, 5.13 r&p, .060 aluminum bed floor, 15x14 holeshots w/ 31x18.5 hoosier dot pro's, 15x4 holeshots w/ 26x5.5 m/t skinnies and 200+#'s in body weight loss & 6 point cage

10-02-2009, 02:33 AM	#12
NGN Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Old Bridge,NJ Posts: 838	Re: Lower rear shock mounts 67-72 i got the LMC one's , they don't look exactly like original [ japan made ]i still didn't use them yet but they sure look like they'll work Last edited by NGN; 10-02-2009 at 02:35 AM.



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