Shocks?

[my88texastruck]

I installed an add-a-leaf kit on my '88 Chevy Suburban 4X4 and got approx 2" of lift out of it. My problem is that the stock shocks are now almost fully extended off the jack. What would be a good, middle of the road shock to go with - looking for good performance as this is my DD and I also tow some with it - and not break the bank? Stock set-up with single front shocks.

Manufacturer?
Length?
Price?

Thanks!

 

[txfiremank5]

You could probably get away with using the 4" lift shocks that Autozone sells. They are just some gabriels (same as many name brands). But they have a lifetime warranty, or used to. When my wife wrecked our old K5, I went to get some replacements for the rears, and the guy just swapped 'em out even though one was pulled apart... at no cost to me. They worked fine for the day to day stuff and did ok off road. They didn't cost much back then, but I don't know how they compare these days. It's worth checking into though.

 

[trailblazr81]

Bilstein. Alot of lift company shocks (Rancho, Skyjacker, Superlift, etc) list shocks for stock to 2" then 2" to 4" etc.

 

[Tabb]

4" Rancho 5000. Good affordable off-road shock, I,ve had a set on my k5 for about 12 years, I like 'em.

 

[TeK]

Bilstein 2-4 inch lift shocks. Same goes with most reputable lift companies.

Personally though for me, its Bilstein, KING, or FOX

 

[trailblazr81]

Rancho's are very popular and a good quality shock. Tho many say they are a bit stiff. Ive used them and Skyjacker shocks on lifted K5's and K20.