Question:

My 2004 GMC Yukon Denali XL has over 100k miles and I’d like to replace the shocks with the best option to improve ride and handling (reduce sway)for this truck. I rarely tow or haul anything heavy, mostly family vehicle. thanks.
Answer:

More about ‘ride’ is mentioned on our website here -
http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/shock_absorber_myths.cfm

But you want to use a monotube design shock for performance handling.
Especially at highway speeds.

Bilstein shocks are the popular choice, and the best monotube we have.

Online catalog -
http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=make&type=T

Question:

This is a conversion van with 33-gallon gas tank, and a sagging rear suspension.  I need a solution, please, and air bags are a concern.

Answer:

In 1995, GM made two Vans, there is some overlap.

A G-20 Series chassis, and an Express 2500 Chassis.
(which use different shocks).

If the chassis is a G-series, here are those parts -
http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=results&selected_model=3814&selected_year=1995

If it’s an Express (or Savana) series, here are those parts, starting in
1996 -
http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=results&selected_model=30461&selected_year=1996

We recommend the Airlift bag kits (ONE kit per vehicle).
Those will support 5000 lbs

If you still want to replace the shocks, to something durable and for better control and dampening, especially at highway speeds, we recommend the Bilstein Hevy Duty shocks.

Model: envoy

Manufacture Date: /2006

Chassis Designation: 4wd

Question:

Hi. I have an intermittant vibration that occurs at

highway speed. Stepping on the brakes, it reacts like a rotor warped. It

pulsates and shakes. When the problem goes away, everything is perectly

normal. Someone suggested it could be a shock problem. If so, what shock

do you recomend?

Answer:

I would say let a mechanic check the vehicle out before you make any decisions, or purchase any shocks.

There are a lot of parts on a suspension.

Check your tire wear, that is usually a sign shocks have gone bad. Also look at them and see if they are leaking, covered with fluid.

A vibration could be a weak, worn out shock. Meaning, it’s not holding the tire down in contact with the road, and that would cause a vibration. But it could be something else as well (unbalanced tires, alignment, other issues).

For normal driving, our Monroe Rerflex or KYB GR2s would be fine to use.

http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=make&type=T

Model: Sierra

Manufacture Date: /2008

Chassis Designation: 1500 2wd standard wheelbase 143″

Question:

GMC Sierra 1500 used occaisionally for towing 3500

lb. loade auto trailer. a little firmer ride, less fore-aft rocking hobby

horse motion when towing.

Answer:

For better handling, especially at highway speeds, you want to use a monotube design unit.

The Bilsteins we have are the best monotube, the Heavy Dutys.

Here’s the link to those in our online catalog -

http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=results&selected_model=3782&selected_year=2008

BE5-D971 and BE5-E11s.

Make: GMC

Model: Sierra 1550 ext cab 2WD

Manufacture Date: 12/2005

I need the correct part numbers for Bilstein shocks

(f&r) for the 3/4 drop my truck has?

Answer:

For a 2005 C1500 lowered truck, here’s the link for those parts -

http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=results&selected_model=3782&selected_year=2005

Edelbrock offers shocks specifically for lowered trucks of that year, and we list them there.

33023 and 34023

More about lowered trucks is also mentioned on our site here – http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site//suspension_tips.cfm

NEED: Best Handling Possible

BRAND: Performance Adjustable Shocks and Struts

COMMENTS: 2500 Extended cab. I am looking for a shock that is good for snow plowing and regular driving, too.

Answer:

You want the Bilstein HDs.  They are the most durable product we carry for working.

They also will give you better handling and control, especially at highway speeds during normal driving.

http://www.shockwarehouse.com/site/bst_truck.cfm

Online catralog -

http://www.shockwarehouse.com/index.cfm?mode=make&type=T

Answer: Yes we can. We have many of those in stock and can ship the same day as well. We will also match any competitors price on that product as we have many available. Check out the prices by searching in the space above and see!