How to Replace Front Shocks on GM Classic Cars Chevy 1957 to 1972

This video will show you how to replace the front shocks on GM classic cars. In this video we are using a 1970 Chevelle. Most GM cars use the standard one nut, washer, and rubber to connect the shock to the top control arm (a-frame) and 2 bolts on the bottom control arm (a-frame).
Many other car manufactures use the same setup.

[@01surge24]

Nice job Dave...thanks for doing another vid on the Chevelle...doing some simple minor repairs yourself can save ya big money and having the pride in knowing you did it yourself.

[@davidlis6709]

The more little jobs you do, the more confidence you get to do other things.

[@ericvurik1009]

Working on a full ground-up restoration on my 71 Chevelle. Frame is powdercoated, rear end rebuilt. Currently working on front end rebuild. This is by far the best video I have seen so far. Awesome! Thanks.

[@davidlis6709]

Thanks. One day after years of work you will be like me, change the oil and put gas in it.

[@adaboy4z]

I'm about the change the front and rear shocks on the 58 Bel Air. I've done all the other mechanical work so far and your video gave me confidence to change my shocks and save $100s of dollars. Thanks!!

[@davidlis6709]

Yes, you can do it.
I owned a 58 Bel Air centuries ago, 283 automatic.

[@knitesgarage7971]

Great video you have really helped me with my build, I have a 1970 Buick Skylark, I used your video for disc brake replacement, and now I will use this …. Just saying thanks I truly appreciate it.

[@davidlis6709]

Great, that is why I make these videos - to help people

[@elshadownking]

thank you so much, im about to change the front shocks on my 67 malibu and this is really helpfull

[@davidlis6709]

You can do it. Take your time

[@daveytandtheplacetobe7561]

Thank you so much for the video!!! Working on a 64 Mercury Montclair Breezeway...dang shock was missing all of a sudden after 4000k after I purchased it. Car going through some vibrations.

[@davidlis6709]

Hard to say, not being there to feel and listen to the vibrations

[@daveytandtheplacetobe7561]

@@davidlis6709 lol I'm not asking, I'm just saying all these vibrations have my car in shock. Pun intended.

[@TB-qq6xs]

Thanks this gives me a good idea what's involved when I do mine.

[@davidlis6709]

Not hard, just takes time

[@davidlis6709]

You can do it.

[@clearedhot6146]

Did you use the original a/c condenser for your ac? How much of the the factory components did you use to get the a/c going?

[@davidlis6709]

Yes. I used everything except for the small canister with the glass site window,
I had to add more R12 after 5 years so that is not bad. I am having a hard time getting R12.

[@huntermay7314]

thanks david!

[@davidlis6709]

You are welcome. Trying to do my part in teaching people so they can do it themselves and save some cash.

[@xpelon209x]

I purchased the same kyb shocks for my 70 monte carlo

[@davidlis6709]

I had a 70 Monte Carlo in college, same colors as my Chevelle. I loved that car. I upgraded to a 1974 and that was junk. Bad move for me.

[@amguit]

what size tires and rims do you run? Thanks again for your content.

[@davidlis6709]

I had to buy 15 inch rally wheels and tires after I installed the disc brakes.
P225/70R15 100T
I like the high profile tires because it sit a little higher and a little softer ride.
I do not like the low profile tires.
Just me

[@gwatts2745]

Hey, man! No feedback on the improvement!

[@davidlis6709]

Night and day