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wesmigletz 03-19-2017 08:42 PM

Are Monroe 58241 and 58578 coil spring shocks ok for a 1976 C10 daily driver?
 
I'm about to order some shocks for our 1976 C10. I was thinking about ordering Monroe 58241 and 58578 coil over type shocks they offer for heavy loads and towing.

http://www.rockauto.com/en/parts/mon...+absorber,7556
http://www.rockauto.com/en/parts/mon...+absorber,7556

How would the ride be with these compared to some gas magnums or standard duty type shocks? Are there any issues getting the coil spring shocks compressed and into place?

Thanks in advance,

Wes

Nick_R_23 03-20-2017 03:24 AM

Re: Are Monroe 58241 and 58578 coil spring shocks ok for a 1976 C10 daily driver?
 
I would advise against them, I've purchased trucks before that have had those style of shocks, and they feel like pogo sticks with no load in the bed. Very uncomfortable ride. I prefer the Gas Magnum shocks, I have them on my truck right now.

DarrellP093 03-20-2017 08:26 AM

Re: Are Monroe 58241 and 58578 coil spring shocks ok for a 1976 C10 daily driver?
 
I have these on my 77 short-bed now and they feel pretty nice to me. Although compared to what I had before (blown-shocks) these are heaven sent!


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