{"product_id":"fabtech-performance-shock-fts77266-k1500-4wd-rear","title":"Fabtech 88-98 GM K1500 4WD Rear Performance Shock Absorber","description":"\u003ch4\u003eRestore Confident Rear-Axle Control on Classic 4WD K1500 Trucks\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAging rear shocks on full-size 4WD trucks let the rear axle hop and wander over rough surfaces, especially on older platforms that have seen years of hard use. The Fabtech Performance Shock is a direct-fit rear shock built for 1988-1998 Chevrolet and GMC K1500 4WD trucks, providing consistent, controlled damping to keep the rear end settled under acceleration, load, and rough terrain. It's sold individually for flexible single or paired shock replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect-fit rear performance shock for 4WD K1500 applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with both Chevrolet and GMC K1500 platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent damping control under load and on rough surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable construction suited to classic full-size truck use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold individually for single-shock replacement or paired installs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1988-1998\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChevrolet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eK1500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1988-1998\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGMC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eK1500\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFabtech\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFTS77266\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePerformance Shock Absorber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrivetrain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4WD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold individually\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Fabtech Performance Shock, rear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout Fabtech\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabtech has manufactured suspension and lift components for trucks and SUVs for decades, focusing on durable parts built for both on-road comfort and off-road capability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Fabtech FTS77266 shock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a rear performance shock absorber built as a direct-fit replacement for 4WD Chevrolet and GMC K1500 trucks, sold individually for consistent rear-end damping control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich K1500 years fit the FTS77266?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis shock fits 1988 through 1998 Chevrolet K1500 and GMC K1500 models with 4WD drivetrains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this shock sold as a single unit or a pair?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's sold individually, so two are needed to service both sides of the rear axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit the 2WD C1500?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this part number is designed specifically for 4WD K1500 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this work on a lifted K1500?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitment and travel are designed around the standard K1500 rear suspension; confirm compatibility if your truck has aftermarket lift components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need special tools to install this shock?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasic hand tools and a way to safely support the vehicle are typically sufficient for a bolt-in shock replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a difference between the Chevy and GMC versions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the K1500 platform is shared between Chevrolet and GMC, so the same shock fits both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this shock adjustable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis model is a non-adjustable performance shock designed for consistent damping control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstall Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaise and safely support the rear of the vehicle on jack stands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the factory or worn shock by disconnecting the upper and lower mounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the Fabtech Performance Shock into the upper and lower mounting locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall and torque the mounting hardware to factory specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeat on the opposite side if replacing both rear shocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower the vehicle and inspect for proper clearance and operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Fabtech","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46172868280399,"sku":"FABFTS77266","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/fabtech-fts77266-1988-1998-chevy-gmc-k1500-rear-shock-dc9e-4c38-bcc2-7c541ae7ec8e.png?v=1784898774","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/fabtech-performance-shock-fts77266-k1500-4wd-rear","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}