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1981 GMC C1500 Shocks and Struts

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Belltech Nitro Shock

Belltech
Belltech Nitro Shock 8511
IN STOCK
8511
Belltech designed the Nitro Drop 2 shock line to provide the Truck and SUV market with a unique blend of shock tuning. This new setup concentrates on the Comfort level while also increasing the overall performance of the complete suspension system. Designed with the daily driver Truck and SUV custom...
Belltech SHOCK ABSORBER NITRO DROP 2
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$83.93
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Belltech Nitro Shock ND2104HA
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ND2104HA
Belltech designed the ND2 OEM shock line to provide the Truck and SUV market with a unique blend of shock tuning. This new setup concentrates on the Comfort level while also increasing the overall performance of the complete suspension system. Designed with the daily driver Truck and SUV customer in...
Belltech ND2 OEM Shock
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$83.93
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Belltech Street Performance Shock

Belltech
Belltech Street Performance Shock 2104HA
IN STOCK - DROPSHIPS
2104HA
Belltech SHOCK ABSORBER STREET PERFORMANCE (230383 HD)
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$101.82
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Belltech Street Performance Shock 2208HF
IN STOCK
2208HF
Belltech SHOCK ABSORBER STREET PERFORMANCE (220886)
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$97.42
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Bilstein B6 4600 Series Shocks

Bilstein
Bilstein B6 4600 Series Shocks 24-192941
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24-192941
Bilstein B6 4600 shock absorbers are designed as a direct fit upgrade to OE shock absorbers on stock height light trucks and SUV's. These shock absorbers feature a monotube design which provides consistent fade free performance. B6 4600 shock absorbers utilize a unique, velocity sensitive, digressiv...
Bilstein 4600 Series 67-86 Chevy C10 / 87-88 Chevy R10 Front Shock Absorber
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$117.28
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Bilstein B6 Series Shocks

Bilstein
Bilstein B6 Series Shocks 24-009331
IN STOCK
24-009331
Bilstein B6 4600 shock absorbers are designed as a direct fit upgrade to OE shock absorbers on stock height light trucks and SUV's. These shock absorbers feature a monotube design which provides consistent fade free performance. B6 4600 shock absorbers utilize a unique, velocity sensitive, digressiv...
Bilstein B6 1987 Chevrolet Blazer Custom Deluxe Rear 46mm Monotube Shock Absorber
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$117.28
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KYB MonoMax Shock

KYB
KYB MonoMax Shock 565032
OUT OF STOCK
565032
Tough conditions demand tough truck shocks. The large bore KYB MonoMax provides the additional stability that heavier, more powerful or high center of gravity vehicles demand. The KYB MonoMax is a heavy duty monotube shock absorber that provides the most handling, control and durability of any KYB s...
KYB Shocks & Struts MonoMax Front CHEVROLET Blazer - Full Size (2WD) 1969-82 CHEVROLET G-Series (1 T
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$103.48
KYB MonoMax Shock 565036
OUT OF STOCK
565036
Tough conditions demand tough truck shocks. The large bore KYB MonoMax provides the additional stability that heavier, more powerful or high center of gravity vehicles demand. The KYB MonoMax is a heavy duty monotube shock absorber that provides the most handling, control and durability of any KYB s...
KYB Shocks & Struts MonoMax Rear CHEVROLET Blazer - Full Size (2WD) 1973-82 CHEVROLET Blazer - Full
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$104.86

KYB Shock & Strut Excel-G

KYB
KYB Shock & Strut Excel-G 344068
IN STOCK
344068
Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicles Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. KYB Excel-G Shocks and Struts are designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicles original capabilities. KYB is a world leading ...
KYB Shocks & Struts Excel-G Front CHEVROLET Blazer - Full Size (2WD) 1969-82 CHEVROLET G-Series (1 T
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$61.60
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KYB Shock & Strut Excel-G 344072
OUT OF STOCK
344072
Ride Comfort may be important, but restoring a vehicles Ride Control, stability, stopping, lane change responsiveness and handling is critical. KYB Excel-G Shocks and Struts are designed for the most important performance purpose: Restoring the vehicles original capabilities. KYB is a world leading ...
KYB Shocks & Struts Excel-G Rear CHEVROLET Blazer - Full Size (2WD) 1973-82 CHEVROLET Blazer - Full
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$62.99

KYB Shocks & Struts Gas-A-Just

KYB
KYB Shocks & Struts Gas-A-Just KG5409
OUT OF STOCK
KG5409
The KYB Gas-a-just monotube shock absorber has additional performance advantages over the traditional twin-tube design: It can instantly, automatically adjust to your performance needs and never experiences fade due to aeration. The KYB Gas-a-just has two separate working chambers: An air-free hydra...
KYB Shocks & Struts Gas-A-Just Front CHEVROLET Blazer - Full Size (2WD) 1969-82 CHEVROLET G-Series (
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$72.75
KYB Shocks & Struts Gas-A-Just KG5415
OUT OF STOCK
KG5415
The KYB Gas-a-just monotube shock absorber has additional performance advantages over the traditional twin-tube design: It can instantly, automatically adjust to your performance needs and never experiences fade due to aeration. The KYB Gas-a-just has two separate working chambers: An air-free hydra...
KYB Shocks & Struts Gas-A-Just Rear CHEVROLET Blazer - Full Size (2WD) 1973-82 CHEVROLET Blazer - Fu
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$72.75

Maxtrac Shock - MaxTrac

Maxtrac
Maxtrac Shock - MaxTrac 1200LL-0
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1200LL-0
Twin Tube Gas Shock; Loop/Loop; 12.00 in. Extended; 7.80 in. Collapsed; Incl. Hardware; 9/16 in. Sleeve; Must Be Installed w/Shock Shaft On Top...
MaxTrac 65-87 Chevrolet C10 2WD 3in Front Shock Absorber
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1983 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$84.54
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Maxtrac Shock - MaxTrac 1300LL-0
IN STOCK - DROPSHIPS
1300LL-0
Twin Tube Gas Shock; Loop/Loop; 13.00 in. Extended; 8.00 in. Collapsed; Incl. Hardware; 9/16 in. Sleeve; Must Be Installed w/Shock Shaft Towards The Top...
MaxTrac 65-87 Chevrolet C10 2WD 2in Front Shock Absorber
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1983 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$84.43
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Maxtrac Shock - MaxTrac 1800LL-4
IN STOCK
1800LL-4
Twin Tube Gas Shock; Loop/Loop; 18.20 in. Extended; 11.30 in. Collapsed Incl. Hardware; Two 9/16 in. Sleeve; Must Be Installed w/Shock Shaft Towards The Top...
MaxTrac 73-87 Chevrolet C10 2WD 5in Rear Shock Absorber
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1983 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$81.03
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Maxtrac Shock - MaxTrac 2000LL-4
IN STOCK - DROPSHIPS
2000LL-4
Twin Tube Gas Shock; Loop/Loop; 20.30 in. Extended; 12.40 in. Collapsed; Incl. Hardware; Two 9/16 in. Sleeve; For Use w/Lift Coil; Must Be Installed w/Shock Shaft Towards The Top...
MaxTrac 99-16 GM C1500 2WD 5-6in Rear Shock Absorber
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1983 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$88.62
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Maxtrac Shock - MaxTrac 2200LL-4
IN STOCK - DROPSHIPS
2200LL-4
Twin Tube Gas Shock; Loop/Loop; 22.30 in. Extended; 13.40 in. Collapsed; Incl. Hardware; Two 9/16 in. Sleeve; Must Be Installed w/Shock Shaft Towards The Top...
MaxTrac 99-16 GM C1500 2WD 2-4in Rear Shock Absorber
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1983 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$82.79
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Rancho RS5000X Shocks

Rancho
Rancho RS5000X Shocks RS55120
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RS55120
Featuring a unique, exclusive valving system and advanced compression functionality, Rancho® RS5000™X shocks deliver improved overall on- and off-road handling and performance....
Rancho 69-82 Chevrolet Blazer / Full Size Front RS5000X Shock
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$94.93
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Rancho RS9000XL

Rancho
Rancho RS9000XL RS999120
SHIPS FROM MANUFACTURER
RS999120
Get premium control and performance with Rancho RS9000™XL shocks. Recognized as the first nine-position manually adjustable ride control series in the off-road market, RS9000XL shocks are ideal for on- and off-road use, towing and more....
Rancho 69-82 Chevrolet Blazer / Full Size Front RS9000XL Shock
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$140.20

Ridetech HQ Shocks

Ridetech
Ridetech HQ Shocks 11369510
IN STOCK - DROPSHIPS
11369510
Ridetech 73-87 Chevy C10 StreetGRIP HQ Series Rear Shock Kit
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$596.42
Details
Ridetech HQ Shocks 22139841
IN STOCK - DROPSHIPS
22139841
Ridetech HQ Series Shock Absorber Adjustable 3.85in Stroke Universal Eye/Eye Mounting 9.15in x 13in
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$266.64
Details
Ridetech HQ Shocks 22149841
IN STOCK - DROPSHIPS
22149841
Ridetech HQ Series Shock Absorber Single Adjustable 4.75in Stroke Eye/Eye Mounting 10.15in x 14.9in
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$266.64
Details
Ridetech HQ Shocks 22199841
IN STOCK - DROPSHIPS
22199841
Ridetech HQ Series Shock Absorber Single Adjustable 8.35in Stroke Eye/Eye Mounting 14.15in x 22.5in
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$266.64
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Skyjacker Black Max Shock Absorber

Skyjacker
Skyjacker Black Max Shock Absorber B8511
IN STOCK - DROPSHIPS
B8511
Black MAX twin tube shock absorbers have increased fluid capacity and utilize foam-cell technology. When the shock is working hard and gets hot, the foam-cell insert compresses to compensate for oil expansion which maintains consistent MAX performance throughout the operating temperature range of th...
Skyjacker 1987-1988 Chevrolet R10 Suburban Black Max Shock Absorber
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$78.77
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Skyjacker Black Max Shock Absorber B8583
IN STOCK
B8583
Black MAX twin tube shock absorbers have increased fluid capacity and utilize foam-cell technology. When the shock is working hard and gets hot, the foam-cell insert compresses to compensate for oil expansion which maintains consistent MAX performance throughout the operating temperature range of th...
Skyjacker Black Max Shock Absorber 1988-1998 Chevrolet K3500 Pickup
1979-1982 GMC C1500 Sierra Grande / Street Coupe
1979-1986 GMC C1500 Base / High Sierra / Sierra Classic
$78.77
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