more help with big red

[maarten74]

I have an 1978 chevy c-30 and would like to lowere and i can with shocks i have found, but would also would like to raise my truck for hauling loads. I just wanted to now if i got those shocks(drop 4-8 inches) and big red will work together.
Thanks

[darren@ridetech.com]

Tell me a little more about these shocks.

[maarten74]

Here is more information for those shocks. I kind of plagarized, but oh well.

Rear Nitro-Active Monotube 4 to 8 Inch Drop Shock

Drive Type: 2WD

Belltech' s top of the line shock absorber features a monotube design and high-pressure nitrogen gas designed to keep you truck glued to the ground. The monotube design and high-pressure gas virtually eliminate the problem of performance fade due to aeration and foaming, a common problem with shocks that allow air to mix with fluid. Polyurethane end bushings, seamless eye rings and hard-chromed piston rods are just some of the extreme features that separate Nitro-Active from the competition. These shocks are ideal for use with modern radial tires and performance wheels (standard or larger rim diameters) used on heavy-duty factory or performance aftermarket suspensions.

Heavy-Duty Monotube Design

Polyurethane End Bushings

Seamless Eye-Rings

Hard Chromed Piston Rods

High Quality Construction

Installation: Installs exactly like a stock shock polyurethane bushings are included.

Tech Notes: Each shock is sold seperately, be sure to order two front and two rear for a complete set of four.

[darren@ridetech.com]

Those shocks are not designed " to" lower a vehicle, they are designed " for" lowered vehicles. The only difference is they are shorter.
Keep in mind that shocks do not hold the vehicle up they only slow the motion of the suspension.

[maarten74]

Ok Thank You.
Is there a way i can lower my truck and install big red for less money. My budget is about 2,000.

[darren@ridetech.com]

You could possible look into using an AirOver Leaf kit but the towing capacity will not be as good.