When you're diving into the world of Muscle Cars, one thing that often gets overlooked is the shock absorbers. A lot of folks stick with the factory units, thinking they're good enough. But if you're planning to lower your ride, you're setting yourself up for a rough ride—literally. Lowering your car can mess with the effective travel of those OEM shocks, making them nearly useless. Trust me, you don't want to find that out the hard way.
Imagine this: you're cruising along, enjoying the drive, and suddenly you have to swerve to avoid something in the road. If your shock absorbers aren’t up to par, you'll notice excessive body roll, front-end dive when you brake, and rear-end dip when you hit the gas. It’s like tying your dampers’ hands behind their back and expecting them to do their job. Not cool, right?
That’s where Belltech Street Performance Shock Absorbers come into play. Belltech has teamed up with KW automotive, a name you can trust in the shock absorber game, to create a line specifically for Muscle Cars. These guys know their stuff—just ask the ACR Viper team or Mercedes AMG. The engineers have put in countless hours tuning these shocks to ensure they work seamlessly with your lowered setup.
What sets these shocks apart? For starters, they focus on low-speed compression, which is crucial for managing your car's pitch and roll, dive, and squat. That means you get to keep your cool when navigating turns or hitting the brakes hard. Plus, the "Progressive" rebound tuning is a game changer if you've got larger aftermarket wheels. You’ll enjoy a ride that’s smooth yet firm, keeping you in control without sacrificing comfort.
These shocks are sold individually, so keep that in mind when you’re shopping. They fit a variety of classic and modern Muscle Cars, including:
So if you're serious about enhancing your Muscle Car's performance and ride quality, these Belltech shocks are worth considering. They’re built to keep you confident and in control, no matter what the road throws at you.
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| Vehicle Make/Model | Year | Trims |
|---|---|---|
| Buick Regal | 1973-1987 | Base |
| Buick Regal | 1976-1977 | SR |
| Buick Regal | 1978-1987 | Limited |
| Buick Regal | 1978-1982 | Sport |
| Buick Regal | 1982-1983 | Estate Wagon |
| Buick Regal | 1982 | Limited Turbo |
| Buick Regal | 1983-1986 | T-Type |
| Buick Regal | 1984-1987 | Grand National |
| Buick Regal | 1987 | GNX |
| Chevrolet Caprice | 1992-1996 | Classic |
| Chevrolet Caprice | 1992-1993 | Classic LTZ |
| Chevrolet Caprice | 1992 | Base |
| Chevrolet Caprice | 1993-1994 | Classic LS |
| Chevrolet Chevelle | 1964-1968 | 300 |
| Chevrolet Chevelle | 1964-1965 | Malibu Super Sport |
| Chevrolet Chevelle | 1965-1972, 1975-1977 | Malibu |
| Chevrolet Chevelle | 1965-1969 | 300 Deluxe |
| Chevrolet Chevelle | 1966 | Super Sport 396 |
| Chevrolet Chevelle | 1967-1970 | SS 396 |
| Chevrolet Chevelle | 1967-1972 | Concours |
| Chevrolet Chevelle | 1968 | Nomad Custom |
| Chevrolet Chevelle | 1968-1972 | Nomad |
| Chevrolet Chevelle | 1969-1972 | Greenbrier |
| Chevrolet Chevelle | 1969-1972 | Concours Estate |
| Chevrolet Chevelle | 1970-1972 | Base |
| Chevrolet Chevelle | 1971-1972 | SS |
| Chevrolet Chevelle | 1975-1977 | Malibu Classic |
| Chevrolet Chevelle | 1975-1976 | Malibu Classic Estate |
| Chevrolet El Camino | 1975-1987 | Base |
| Chevrolet El Camino | 1975-1977 | Classic |
| Chevrolet El Camino | 1975-1987 | SS |
| Chevrolet El Camino | 1977-1978, 1981-1986 | Conquista |
| Chevrolet El Camino | 1979-1981 | Royal Knight |
| Chevrolet Impala | 1994-1996 | SS |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 1978-1980 | Classic Estate |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 1978-1981 | Base |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 1978-1983 | Classic |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 1978-1981 | Classic Landau |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 1979-1980 | Sport |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 1979-1980 | Classic Sport |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 1979 | Landau |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 1979-1980 | Estate |
| Chevrolet Malibu | 1979 | Police |
| Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1975-1977 | S |
| Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1976, 1978-1981 | Landau |
| Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1978, 1980 | Sport |
| Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1979, 1981-1988 | Base |
| Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1983 | CL |
| Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1986-1988 | LS |

When it comes to upgrading the overall performance of a vehicle, one of the best upgrades anyone can do is upgrade their suspension. It allows you to improve the vehicle's handling for a better driving experience and improve its stance, giving it a meaner, more aggressive look.
Changing your factory suspension can also improve driving comfort, perfect for those who travel long distances. Now there are multiple companies out there that offer suspension upgrades. Some are better than others. And one of those brands that excel in this department is Belltech Suspension.
Belltech has built a reputation in the automotive industry for producing some of the best lowering kits available on the market. Belltech’s lowering kits are known for their ability to safely, effectively, and efficiently lower a truck.
Helping You Build A Better RideEach Belltech lowering kit, Belltech shock, and Belltech suspension system allows you to customize your truck so that it is ideally suited to your driving needs. It’s the perfect combination of form and function, so your vehicle can look good, stand firm, and deliver a high-quality ride every time.
The History of BelltechBelltech’s story is the perfect definition of the American dream. Over 35 years ago, a small company in Fresno, California, had an idea to build the “best performing” lowering suspensions for the Chevrolet pickup. Fresno had been a haven for lowered vehicles, and trucks were abundant there. Trucks of all kinds were being lowered; however, their suspensions were quite terrible and not roadworthy.
Springs were being replaced with new ones not meant for the application. At times, they were even cut and heated with torches at local muffler shops to achieve the lowered stance that was considered to be cool. While the result was an attractive stance, the ride quality was terrible, and comfort levels dropped dramatically.
Changing The Lowering GameBelltech had a better idea: build a spindle where the wheels are higher, but the rest of the front end geometrically remains the same. And that’s precisely what they did. Belltech came up with a spindle that launched the Sport truck craze in America.
Belltech’s success in the late 80s and 90s made it possible for the company to grow from a modest beginning to a larger manufacturing facility with a satellite warehouse. In 2015, the company expanded to its current 75,000-plus square-foot operation in Clovis, California. It allows them to cater to the increasing demands of the market.
What Does Belltech Suspension Offer?Belltech has the experience, expertise, and technology to conquer any obstacle when it comes to lowering kits. Belltech has been producing lowering kits for more than three decades, providing customers with high-performance lowering kits that look good and perform incredibly well.
Growing MarketAs the truck trend grew, more and more owners wanted their vehicles equipped with Belltech lowering kits. It allowed Belltech to expand its lineup and offer lowering kits for more makes and models. There is a Belltech lowering kit for most trucks and SUVs from premium manufacturers like Dodge, Jeep, Ford, General Motors, and Toyota.
Suspension For Your Every NeedEven if you are not in the market for a complete Belltech kit, Belltech offers a wide selection of suspension components covering everything from lowering, leveling, lifting, and OEM replacement parts. It includes lowering blocks, anti-sway bars, shocks & struts, coilovers, spindles, springs, torsion bar keys, leaf springs, flip kits, shackles, and hangers.
Upgrade to Belltech Suspension TodayNo matter what your lowered truck suspension needs are, Belltech is here with products to satisfy every desire. If you are interested in getting a Belltech lowering kit or other shock or suspension component, Vivid Racing can help.
We offer a wide selection of Belltech suspension products, including coilovers, driveshafts, drop/lift kits, leaf springs, shocks, springs, sway bars, and more! If you are interested in learning more about Belltech Suspension, please call us at (480) 966-3040. We look forward to working with you on upgrading your vehicle’s suspension for a more aggressive appearance, comfortable ride, and an overall difference that you can feel.