Belltech Suspension Upgrade
05-24-2008, 06:38 PM
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Belltech Suspension Upgrade
First I'd like to thank Henry (Stoichiometric) for his time and help with the install today, without his help I could not have done. 
The Truck: GMC 1500 4x4 ECSB
Front Suspension: 2" Belltech spindle-drop w/1.5" torsion detwist.
Rear Suspension: 2" Belltech shackles and 2" Belltech hangars.
Today's install: Belltech Street Performance shocks, Belltech urethane drop bumpstops.
Shock Pt# Front 310400
Shock Pt# Rear 2212FF (221266)
Bumpstops Pt#s B4922+B4923
Comments: The front stock bumpstops are pressed on and take a little coercing to remove. Likewise the replacement stops take a little nudging to get in place. Between jackng the wheel and little prodding with a small prybar they "pop" into place.
Stock geometry has the control arm resting on the stops which now with the shorter stops you can see it is again.
Rear stops went on easy, well after finding the right tools.
Removing the buttons
Replacing shorter solid buttons with the new ones.
The shocks went on smoothly, no issues there. Replacing the GM red stock fronts finally and replacing Belltech Nitro-Actives in the rear.
Remarks: I have no idea why I waited as long as I did to do this mod...well other than the fact that the bumpstops and shocks are totoally new and recently released that is. Previous ride was good but rough and frankly uncomfortable on uneven broken pavement. Now the ride is smooth and solid. Where before I had to get out of cracked and bumpy lanes now she just glides right over with much less bumpsteer and a lot more comfort. I am very happy with the improvemnets.
The Truck: GMC 1500 4x4 ECSB
Front Suspension: 2" Belltech spindle-drop w/1.5" torsion detwist.
Rear Suspension: 2" Belltech shackles and 2" Belltech hangars.
Today's install: Belltech Street Performance shocks, Belltech urethane drop bumpstops.
Originally Posted by Belltech website
Belltech Street Performance
Our engineers focused their attention on tuning the low speed compression characteristics of this shock absorber, which is responsible for controlling your trucks pitch and roll. The “Progressive” rebound tuning will complement large aftermarket wheels, keeping the ride smooth and firm.
• The ultimate street performance solution
• Vehicle specific applications.
• Oversized Construction provides additional damping control
• 15mm piston rod, 35 mm piston and a 55 mm shock body
• Teflon coated bushings and piston seals avoid metal to metal contact, provides lowest possible friction
• Increase in handling and performance at maximum comfort
Our engineers focused their attention on tuning the low speed compression characteristics of this shock absorber, which is responsible for controlling your trucks pitch and roll. The “Progressive” rebound tuning will complement large aftermarket wheels, keeping the ride smooth and firm.
• The ultimate street performance solution
• Vehicle specific applications.
• Oversized Construction provides additional damping control
• 15mm piston rod, 35 mm piston and a 55 mm shock body
• Teflon coated bushings and piston seals avoid metal to metal contact, provides lowest possible friction
• Increase in handling and performance at maximum comfort
Shock Pt# Rear 2212FF (221266)
Bumpstops Pt#s B4922+B4923
Comments: The front stock bumpstops are pressed on and take a little coercing to remove. Likewise the replacement stops take a little nudging to get in place. Between jackng the wheel and little prodding with a small prybar they "pop" into place.
Stock geometry has the control arm resting on the stops which now with the shorter stops you can see it is again.
Rear stops went on easy, well after finding the right tools.
Removing the buttons
Replacing shorter solid buttons with the new ones.
The shocks went on smoothly, no issues there. Replacing the GM red stock fronts finally and replacing Belltech Nitro-Actives in the rear.
Remarks: I have no idea why I waited as long as I did to do this mod...well other than the fact that the bumpstops and shocks are totoally new and recently released that is. Previous ride was good but rough and frankly uncomfortable on uneven broken pavement. Now the ride is smooth and solid. Where before I had to get out of cracked and bumpy lanes now she just glides right over with much less bumpsteer and a lot more comfort. I am very happy with the improvemnets.
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I noticed your brake lines too...I just installed mine today, had the wife help me bleed the brakes lol.
