Air Shocks for a 74 88 Conv
#1
Air Shocks for a 74 88 Conv
Can I buy air shocks that would fit the rear of my 74 olds. I don't like how it sits so low. I suspect I won't find NEW correct fit springs and even new normal shocks would not raise like I want.
#3
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Shock-Absorb...-/390747661408
On Ebay it say these are not compatible with my 74 Delta 88.
On Ebay it say these are not compatible with my 74 Delta 88.
#5
Rear shocks are interchangeable between essentially all GM full size and mid size cars from 1959 to somewhere in the '90s.
The factory made lots of subtle valving changes, but most aftermarket shocks are spec'd for all of them.
If you don't find a '74 Delta on the list, check for a '71-'76 Impala - they are identical.
- Eric
The factory made lots of subtle valving changes, but most aftermarket shocks are spec'd for all of them.
If you don't find a '74 Delta on the list, check for a '71-'76 Impala - they are identical.
- Eric
#7
I always felt that air shocks were good if you needed the ability to adjust the ride height such as when carrying a heavier load on a trip, or towing a boat or small camper. In the case here, I get the impression that Tim is not happy with the ride height of the car ALL the time.
If so, my opinion would be to replace the rear springs instead. They are available.
http://www.napaonline.com/Catalog/Ca...199_0162297072
They'd last longer than the shocks will since air shocks can be prone to leaking over time. A stock replacement set of springs wouldn't cost much more than the shocks and be a better "fix" in the long run.
But I agree with the above. If your heart is set on air shocks, all the GM big boats used the same ones.
If so, my opinion would be to replace the rear springs instead. They are available.
http://www.napaonline.com/Catalog/Ca...199_0162297072
They'd last longer than the shocks will since air shocks can be prone to leaking over time. A stock replacement set of springs wouldn't cost much more than the shocks and be a better "fix" in the long run.
But I agree with the above. If your heart is set on air shocks, all the GM big boats used the same ones.
Last edited by Local Hero; August 4th, 2015 at 09:47 AM.
#8
I was under the impression it is hard to find springs for these now that are the right "spring rate" or I could end up with two diff springs??? Are they the same for Convert or HT?? Where can I find springs then? I just thought the air shocks were a easy way to get the car up a little more. If i put the slightest amount of weight in the car it really sits low. looks stupid. I never get any bottoming out though.
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