Cross88
Well-Known Member
Well just as the title states, I’m curious about a possible shock upgrade to help with load/squat or are our oem shocks plenty good?
A shocks primary duty is to control suspension oscillations, not hold up a load. If you need to increase your load carrying ability, look into some air bags. Air Lift will have what you need.
I used them on a leaf sprung Silverado and they worked great. Super easy install as well.
The shocks will be fine. Bag it, maybe a thicker sway bar if needed.
ETA: Just noticed you are lowered in the rear. Bags for sure in your case. You have already reduced your load capacity quite a bit. You don't want to be riding the bump stops.
Put your OEM rear springs back in. Problem solved.