Shock absorbers KYB or Rough Country

I put Sachs in all the Mk1 front ends that I work on, including my own. For the rear, I use KYB Gas Adjust, because I haul and tow with mine, and I want the shocks to be stiff.

I actually just got down putting on some rear KYB shocks for my ole gurl.

I bought KYB shocks few years ago on Amazon for my C1500. Way cheaper compared to local parts store.

I would go with KYB, best for the price at least

Go with KYB on Rock Auto. They seem to ride like oem, maybe a touch stiffer before break-in.

I bought the shocks. They're good, very happy with them. Setting 1 is basically stock, though was better controlled with what I had. Setting 8 is noticeably firmer - allows much quicker inputs. Currently have them on 3/8 all around and car is balanced - maybe about as firm as an NB RS.

the ride with the kyb's was quite good.

The Excel-G (which I believe are called the GR-2 now) are stock replacements. If you just want to freshen things up, they'd be fine, and with a mild drop I think they'd be okay in terms of longevity (but you never know). If you're looking for a performance shock though, the GR-2 is not it.

I'm running KYB shocks right now (not yet lowered) and it's a pretty reasonable ride

I initially replaced my front structs and rear shocks with KYB Excel-G parts as they “seemed” to have good ratings and reviews as “good” shocks. The ride quality is now more “rough” and “bouncy” since apparently these shocks/struts are more stiff.