Replacing the shocks for more comfort?

RANDY DRESDNER

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1984 GMC SIERRA
5.8L
V8
4WD
AUTOMATIC
107,000 MILES

The truck listed above is a K1500, original owner. This truck is all original (stock). 4 shocks in front. Lumber rack and stock heavy? Duty bumper. 500 miles or less a year. No heavy loads no trailers, yachts or RV. 3 miles dirt road, 20 miles winding asphalt county road. Rare 50 miles on a straight highway. I want comfort overall. Shocks need replacing. Bilsteins were recommended. I called them. They do not make shocks for stock trucks. Overdone by fanatics. One guy says Napa Monroe Fleet for $30.00 a piece. My local mechanic. Bilsteins will be $400.00 plus labor. I have the money but is it right for Mr?

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KEN L

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Choosing the right shocks for your 1984 GMC Sierra K1500 can greatly improve your overall comfort and ride quality.

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Tuesday, June 13th, 2023 AT 6:31 PM

RANDY DRESDNER

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Do I need four shocks in front? I am told that it is old school. I would like 2 in front and 2 in rear. Will that work?

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Tuesday, June 13th, 2023 AT 8:46 PM

KEN L

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Yes, that will work fine, two in the front and two at the rear of the truck.

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Wednesday, June 14th, 2023 AT 11:39 AM

RANDY DRESDNER

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Put on Napa gas Grande. Fleet shocks. The freeway ride was poor. I felt seasick. The curvy county road was good. Handled well enough. The off road to my house which was my main interest was great. Floated right over the bumps as smooth as could be. Still wondering about the Billsteins and how they would handle on each of the conditions? Money is not a concern at all.

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Thursday, July 13th, 2023 AT 8:47 AM

KEN L