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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Brakes, Frame, Steering & Suspension => Topic started by: Rockin77 on March 05, 2008, 12:22:29 am

Title: bouncy suspension
Post by: Rockin77 on March 05, 2008, 12:22:29 am

I have a 77 gmc high sierra 3/4 and when i hit bumps my truck hit real stiff. and i bounce up. Do i need new shock or what?? thanx

Title: Re: bouncy suspension
Post by: VileZambonie on March 05, 2008, 05:16:43 am

Half the bounce is probably in your factory trampoline seat. I remember those days! lol

Title: Re: bouncy suspension
Post by: bigtee72 on March 05, 2008, 07:08:43 am

New shocks wouldn't be a bad idea. Depends on how old the ones on it now are. I had a 3/4 ton '79 chevy and that thing was awful with bumps even after new shocks.

Title: Re: bouncy suspension
Post by: Blazin on March 05, 2008, 07:12:36 am

I agree new shocks wouldn't hurt but you have to remember its a truck, not a Caddy. Its supposed to ride rough as a cob.

Title: Re: bouncy suspension
Post by: VileZambonie on March 05, 2008, 05:19:49 pm

Seriously, If you have a factory bench those things are like ejector seats. Half of the bounce goes away with a better quality seat.

Title: Re: bouncy suspension
Post by: Rockin77 on March 16, 2008, 01:43:13 am

what kinda seats do you suggest??

Title: Re: bouncy suspension
Post by: VileZambonie on March 16, 2008, 07:38:50 am

I'd rather sit on a milk crate and a pillow over the factory bench seat but Qualitex makes a great seat.