Originally Posted by
brianr513
Mr. Nacho,
I have finished my 4th Chevrolet Express AWD Lift Conversion. I used the Bilstein 5100 Series Shocks on the last one. I really didn't see any big difference in ride quality over the Skyjacker Soft Ride 7000 Series that is worth the additional $50.00ea or $200.00 total shock package for the Bilsteins. I would rather spend the extra $200.00 on the Maxx Suspension Kit over the Stock GM White Torsion cams. Tried the White Cams from GM bought for a total $73.00+ including tax. The ride is choppier and the over-all lift was about 1.5 inches. Just not the same so I started over and installed the Maxx Kit that will allow up to 3" lift or a 2.5" drop. The Shocks I prefer to use are Skyjacker 7000 Series #H7003 Front / H7017 Rear about $35.00ea + Tax. If you prefer the Bilsteins the Part numbers are BIL24-186643 Front / BIL24-186742 @ $85.00ea + Tax. All these shocks (Skyjacker/Bilstein) #'s are for a 1.5"-2" lift. My personal van has been a test mule for both shock manufactures, stock cams and Maxx Kit. This van has about 13,000 miles on it since lift was installed. Absolutely a joy to drive, soft ride, no noises, no vibrations to date. Still haven't pulled the trigger on wheels yet. I will post pictures as soon as I get time................
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