Gabriel 43167 Load Carrier Towing & Hauling Rear Spring Shocks Fits Ford Bronco, F-150, F-250, F-350, Ranger & Mazda B-Series Pickup Trucks (Pair)

Great quality! Fit my 2003 Silverado perfect. Truck rides like new again. Word of advise: these are a little more difficult to install due to the heavy spring. You'll probably need a second hand.

Fantastic for a 1987 Chevrolet Astro Van, in my case a RWD camper. It's all but impossible to find load-adjusting shocks for a front axle, much less tweakable ones. I've been "Astro" my entire adult life and with added cowl weight or engine compartment weight in these are a life saver! Quiet, improved handling, stability, ride height, traction, easy to install if you lift the front high enough to get the shock through the control arm slot from the bottom. These fit inside the coil spring very well and add life to motor mounts. Braking is even better in my case. My only recommendation is Grade 8's or 10's over the supplied hardware. Also, since I use them in a modified application, I make a couple of slight modifications as photographed. Note: Although shock length and diameter is the same as OEM, load carrier shocks are all but impossible to compress by hand after the hand-tight top nut is installed. Rather than compressing the shock bottom with a jack and having zero clearance for the bottom eye bolts, it's easier to start with two long bolts to snug it up. Then, remove one at a time and replace with your short bolts. In conclusion, these shocks are FANTASTIC, especially considering the price and performance!

Work well for extra loads

Great upgrade for my 94 Suburban. The rear end was squatting when towing and honestly while just sitting and the overall ride wasn't great. I installed these hoping it would bring it back level as well as fix the ride issues. First the ride is way better and firmer. No up and down bounce after hitting a bump. These also raised the rear of my truck by maybe 1-2 inches. I'll probably end up replacing my leaf springs as they are kinda flat but that's a seperate issue. Installation was pretty straight forward, 1 bolt at bottom and 2 smaller bolts up top. The upper mount is a little thinner than stock but bolted up just fine. Being as these have springs they are nearly impossible to compress by hand and I had to get creative with a ratchet strap to compress then far enough to get the lower bolt in. Install time was about 1.5 hours including removal/install of wheels, jack stands and actually swapping shocks. I gave 4 stars for now but will update after towing my camper.

****Original review, update at bottom**** Yes, I was very skeptical being the first one to write a review on this. Actually I was skeptical on having to be the FIRST one to write a review. If you are like me, and are on amazon, the reviews make a heck of a difference in what you purchase and how you make your orders. I took a chance. I figured stock shocks and a prime membership, If I didn't like them after a couple of days, take them off, and send them back. Installation was pretty simple, except for the ability to jam my forearm between the axle and break line trying to break the bolts upside down. Just a note: I'm no mechanic. Jack the frame up and let the leaf springs rest and then disconnect the shocks, and install. Don't be like me, and think you need to compress the shocks to get them in. I did that on one side before the light bulb went off. Put it on jack stands and let the shocks release to full length. Second. The coil isn't that thick....didn't really bother me to much, but the housing that the coil sits on is a very hard plastic. THIS IS WHY 4 STARS. I'm not ready to give it five until I don't think that piece is going to break off. ****Update BELOW***** The stock made the ride a ton smoother, and handled turns, bumps, and highway speeds with no problems. Once satisfied, I asked my brother to hop in the back of the truck and test out the weight capacity. Much improved. I'll definitely not go over manufacturer's recommended weight, but carrying normal weights seemed much less sag. Will Update soon when I determine the longevity of this housing. other than that, If you're looking for something relative cheap and worthwhile, I would recommended this. ****UPDATE 2/2016****** So in this time frame, I've moved apartments twice, and moved into a house. That being said, my pickup truck has seen an above average usage in this time frame. These shocks have been nothing but ample for everything I've used them for. The plastic housing is very suitable and heavy duty for the usage. I would highly recommend these to anyone looking for a great shock for the vehicle, and moving my rating from 4 stars to 5 stars. 2025***** Still running strong!

94 K1500 4X4 Stock, no lift, no leveling. Great Shock. Lifted my saggy truck back up at least 1.5", look cool, simple install. Before you screw up your ride with expensive leveling and lift kits, put a pair of these cool shocks on. I recommend taking a ratchet strap and cutting off the strap and then cutting off the hook on the remaining strap. So you just have the ratchet and the strap (no hooks). Then tie the strap back onto the ratchet and bingo you have a hookless strap that you can tighten up the shock with. In my rig it was even easy to install the strap after the shock was attached to the upper bolts. Compress the shock and install the lower bolt, then remove the strap. If you have your truck properly jacked up, you only need to compress 1/2 inch or less. Makes it safer and easier. If you don't know what you're doing, don't do it. Shocks are great, look good, ride good. It's a stiffer ride, but it's on a truck. I love them and the price is very reasonable.

Easy install and made a huge difference

Great set of front shocks, it lifted my 2002 Dodge ram van B1500 1.5" It also help with the swaying side to side. I'm still waiting for the rear. Update the rear shocks was scheduled for delivery May 7th then May 8th now they say May 13! I bought them as a set all 4 and have the old rear shocks off.. they say if it don't come the 13th they will refund me. I just want what I paided for so I can take a trip. Please honor your agreement in the time expressed.

Just had to cut odd the hanger bolt on the bottom, and use the bung to weld in place to make proper clearence, workes great !

De momento me han salido muy bien se siente un poquito más rígida la suspensión y si aumento un poco la capacidad de carga

They look awesome and hold extra weight for sure.

Installed and they made a big difference in the ride as well gave me 1 inch lift

I bought the Gabriel's to help the rear of my 2006 GMC Canyon, the leaves were sagging because of the weight I carry for work. The Shocks and springs are well made and nicely appointed. Ride height increased by about 2 inches unloaded and settled back to normal with my tools inside. Ride quality is excellent, the back end is firmer but not harsh, truck handles better and feels more stable. I am very please with my purchase, saved me hundreds of dollars by not having to replace the rear springs.