Ryan Weaver Wanted 2 tone C20/K20 tow vehicle for car hauler

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Progress update

Hood latch replaced
Broken bug deflector removed
Stainless grille cover removed
GM Aluminum wheels reinstalled
New BFG Radial All Terrain K02’s
fifth wheel removed
New rear bumper installed
New class 5 hitch installed
Frame power washed and fluid filmed
GM extendable tow mirrors installed

New parts to install
Wiper blades
Steering column bearing
Upper steering shaft (Harmon) to get rid of low speed clunk.

It’s coming together nicely!!!

Ryan W

[Lynn]

Pics or it didn't happen.

I am really jealous. I almost picked up a 2001 white 2500 extended cab a couple weeks ago. Looks to be a really versatile vehicle.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Pics or it didn’t happen eh?

Ryan W31

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Progress

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Mechanic said all the front lines have been replaced (and he liked the ones they used…. He doesn’t like anything so that was a surprise) and he will do all the rears.

He says the ones over the tank always are bad.

Ryan W31

[olredalert]

----Looking at that one rear shock I'm betting new shocks are on your list, Ryan!....Bill S

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Originally Posted by olredalert

----Looking at that one rear shock I'm betting new shocks are on your list, Ryan!....Bill S

It drives really nice but I do plan to do shocks.

I have 400 earmarked for shocks.

Any recommendations? There are too many brands to choose from!!!

I also don’t want yellow/flashy looking shocks :-)

Ryan W31

[RPOLS3]

Originally Posted by Ryan1969Chevelle

It drives really nice but I do plan to do shocks.

I have 400 earmarked for shocks.

Any recommendations? There are too many brands to choose from!!!

I also don’t want yellow/flashy looking shocks :-)

Ryan W31

I agree with Bill's recommendation for KYB's as I've had a set on my Chevelle for almost 35 years now with zero issues - but most of the newer truck stuff utilizes Bilstein (which we've had good luck with too - still have a 35 year old set on our Turbo Regal our Dad put on back on 1987). See link below that is within your budget - assuming US dollars.

https://www.amazon.com/BILSTEIN-SHOC...A314AM84MLRHAV

[olredalert]

Originally Posted by RPOLS3

I agree with Bill's recommendation for KYB's as I've had a set on my Chevelle for almost 35 years now with zero issues - but most of the newer truck stuff utilizes Bilstein (which we've had good luck with too - still have a 35 year old set on our Turbo Regal our Dad put on back on 1987). See link below that is within your budget - assuming US dollars.

https://www.amazon.com/BILSTEIN-SHOC...A314AM84MLRHAV

----Bilsteins also a very good choice!....Bill S

[Too Many Projects]

Back in the early 2000's I had a special edition, off road, S15 that came factory with Bilstein's. I like KYB's and have them on my cars, but I believe the Bilstein will provide better dampening and slightly more sway control over the KYB's in towing situations.