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Dial in ride quality on your lowered 1963-1972 Chevy C10 with the Ridetech RQ-S rear shock kit, built specifically for use with 4 inch rear lowering springs.
This kit includes a pair of RQ-S monotube shocks with a 1.5 inch steel body and rebound adjustability, along with the upper and lower mounting brackets needed for installation. The 5.75 inch stroke and 14 to 14.5 inch ride height are matched to a 4 inch dropped rear suspension for correct geometry and travel.
Key Features
- Monotube shock design with a 1.5 inch steel body for durability and precise valving
- Rebound adjustability to fine-tune ride quality
- 5.75 inch stroke matched to 4 inch rear lowering springs
- Includes upper and lower mounting brackets for installation
- Sold as a pair for both sides of the rear axle
Fitment
| Vehicle Application |
|---|
| 1963-1972 Chevrolet C10 with 4in rear lowering springs |
Specifications
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Ridetech |
| Part Number | 11339513 |
| Position | Rear |
| Series | RQ-S |
| Stroke | 5.75 inches |
| Shock Dimensions | 11.15in x 16.9in |
| Ride Height | 14in to 14.5in |
| Adjustability | Rebound adjustable |
What's Included
- Pair of Ridetech RQ-S rebound adjustable rear shocks
- Upper and lower mounting brackets
About Ridetech
Ridetech designs and manufactures suspension systems, air ride kits, coilovers, shocks, and chassis components for muscle cars, trucks, and hot rods, backed by decades of chassis engineering experience.
FAQ
Do these shocks work with stock height rear suspension?No, this kit is matched to a 4 inch rear lowering spring setup and is not intended for stock ride height.
Are the mounting brackets included with this kit?Yes, both upper and lower mounting brackets are included.
Can the rebound damping be adjusted after installation?Yes, these RQ-S shocks include rebound adjustability so ride quality can be fine-tuned.
Are these shocks sold individually or as a pair?They are sold as a pair to cover both sides of the rear axle.
What is the stroke length of these shocks?These shocks have a 5.75 inch stroke.
What ride height are these shocks designed for?They are designed for a 14 to 14.5 inch ride height when paired with 4 inch rear lowering springs.
What type of shock construction do these use?They use a monotube design with a 1.5 inch steel body for durability and precise valving control.
Do these shocks include the lowering springs?No, this kit includes only the rear shocks and mounting brackets, not the lowering springs.
Installation Instructions
- Raise and safely support the vehicle with jack stands, then remove the rear wheels.
- Remove the factory rear shocks from the upper and lower mounting points.
- Install the provided lower mounting bracket at the axle end.
- Install the provided upper mounting bracket at the frame end.
- Mount the RQ-S shock between the upper and lower brackets and secure with the correct hardware.
- Repeat for the opposite side, then torque all hardware to the manufacturer's specification.
- Reinstall the wheels and lower the vehicle, then verify ride height and clearance.
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