1971 GMC C25/C2500 Suburban Front Shock and Struts

Your 1971 GMC C25/C2500 Suburban might be the best vehicle you’ve ever owned. Or you may just be struggling to keep it highway-approved. No matter the situation, Advance Auto Parts has the Front Shock and Struts you desperately need.

We currently carry 9 Front Shock and Struts to choose from for your 1971 GMC C25/C2500 Suburban, and our inventory prices range from as little as $43.49 up to $101.99.

On top of low prices, Advance Auto Parts offers 3 different trusted brands of Front Shock and Struts for the 1971 GMC C25/C2500 Suburban. We only sell parts from trusted brands like Monroe so that you can find quality parts you can count on.

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Front Shock and Struts for Your 1971 GMC C25/C2500 Suburban

Monroe – Gas-Magnum Shock Absorber (Part No.34817)

Gas-Magnum Shock Absorber

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$77.99
Designed for midsize and full-size trucks and vans, Monroe® Gas-Magnum® shock absorbers provide firm control without a harsh ride. With up to twice the fluid capacity of standard 1-in. bore shocks, they work more efficiently with less effort.

Product Features:
  • DESIGNED FOR TRUCKS AND VANS — Engineered for hardworking full-size trucks and vans and features full-displaced valving on compression cycles to deliver controlled ride and handling
  • BUILT TO LAST — Heavy-duty nitrocarburized rod (non-dust shield units only) and sintered iron piston enhance durability for longer service life while self-lubricating fluid seal reduces friction against piston rod to reduce wear
  • CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special modifiers to handle extreme temperatures and help reduce friction and ensure smooth rod reaction
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
  • LONGER SERVICE LIFE — Larger bore and bigger 2-in. reserve tube work together to hold more oil for greater capacity to allow the shock to work efficiently for controlled ride and longer service life
  • Nitrogen Gas Charged: For improved ride and handling, helps maintain tire to road contact by reducing aeration – on most applications
  • Sintered Iron Piston: Stronger than traditional metals, enhances durability for longer service life.
  • Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
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Monroe – OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber (Part No.37049)

OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber

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$70.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe® OESpectrum® light truck shock absorbers provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.

Product Features:
  • EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING — Full displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes while the larger bore provides more efficient damping control to provide consistency and a smooth ride
  • IMPROVES STABILITY — ASD (Acceleration Sensitive Damping) valving technology and fluon-banded piston deliver greater control and handling while improving ride comfort
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
  • CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
  • BUILT TO LAST — Self-lubricating fluid seal retains gas and reduces excessive friction against the piston rod to help reduce premature wear
  • Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
  • 1-3/8 inch (34.9 mm) bore (On most applications)
  • 5/8-inch (15.9 mm) diameter piston rod (On most applications)
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Monroe – Gas-Matic Truck Shock Absorber (Part No.59041)

Gas-Matic Truck Shock Absorber

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$67.99
Monroe® Gas-Matic truck shock absorber are gas charged and provide improved control at an economical price.

Product Features:
  • Available for import and domestic light trucks and vans
  • Gas-charged unit
  • Improved handling and control
  • Economical OE replacement
  • Meets OE product specifications
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Monroe – Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber (Part No.59542)

Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber

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$43.49
Gas-charged shock absorber that provides improved vehicle control for today’s light trucks, vans, full-size picks-ups and 4×4’s at an economical price.

Product Features:
  • Available for import and domestic trucks, vans, full-size pick-ups and 4×4’s
  • Gas-charged unit
  • Improved handling and control
  • Economical OE replacement
  • Meets OE product specifications
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Rancho – RS5000X Shock Absorber (Part No.RS55118)

RS5000X Shock Absorber

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$85.99
Featuring a unique, exclusive valving system and advanced compression functionality, Rancho® RS5000®X shocks deliver improved overall on- and off-road handling and performance.

Product Features:
  • IMPROVED HANDLING AND PERFORMANCE — Cross Tuned technology featuring exclusive rebound valving system and advanced compression phase improves overall handling and performance on and off road
  • MINIMIZES ROUGH RIDE — Exclusive Progressive Engagement Valving is custom-tuned for each vehicle to help reduce initial impacts at low speeds and minimizes a rough ride
  • STRONG AND DURABLE — Features a 16mm nitro-carburized piston rod to resist scuffs & corrosion, double-welded loops at stress areas, 35mm sintered iron piston for enhanced structural integrity and polyvinyl protective boot
  • HANDLES EXTREME TEMPERATURE CHANGES — Large twin-tube body filled with all-weather fluid allows for cooler operation, increased vehicle control and ability to withstand internal temperatures of -40 to 248°F
  • SMOOTH PERFORMANCE — Polyurethane rebound bumper and rubber bushings help absorb ride harshness while the fluon-banded piston enhances responsiveness to changing road conditions for an overall smoother ride
  • REDUCES FADE — Nitrogen gas pressurized to 150 PSI to minimize air-to-oil mixture to reduce damping performance fade and foaming
  • MAINTAINS VEHICLE CONTROL — Compression Control Valve is custom-tuned for each vehicle to regulate fluid transfer to absorb impacts without disc flutter and help maintain shock motion control
  • BUILT TO LAST — Low-friction, self-lubricating seal retains gas and oil for quicker rebound and smoother compression while the application-specific piston delivers heightened control of shock motion due to the expanded piston area
  • Rebound Bumper
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Rancho – RS5000 Shock Absorber (Part No.RS5118)

RS5000 Shock Absorber

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$66.99
The shock that started it all! Rancho® RS5000 series has been the shock of choice for light trucks and sport utility vehicles since 1985. Available for stock and lifted applications, RS5000 is ideal for on and off-road use, at an affordable price.

Product Features:
  • Ten-stage velocity sensitive valving – Provides tuning specific for each vehicle
  • 5/8-in. (16mm) diameter piston rod (select applications) – Adds strength and durability. Size varies by application.
  • 1 3/8-in. (35mm) diameter piston (select applications) – Ensures performance in any environment
  • Protective boot included – Protects the shock rod and oil seal
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Monroe – OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber (Part No.37040)

OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber

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$64.99
Designed to restore a vehicle’s original factory drivability and performance, Monroe® OESpectrum® light truck shock absorbers provide an exceptional level of handling precision and control while filtering out noise, vibration and harshness.

Product Features:
  • EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING — Full displaced valving, tuned specifically to each vehicle, adjusts to road extremes while the larger bore provides more efficient damping control to provide consistency and a smooth ride
  • IMPROVES STABILITY — ASD (Acceleration Sensitive Damping) valving technology and fluon-banded piston deliver greater control and handling while improving ride comfort
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
  • CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special additives to assist with extreme temperatures and help reduce oil breakdown
  • BUILT TO LAST — Self-lubricating fluid seal retains gas and reduces excessive friction against the piston rod to help reduce premature wear
  • Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
  • 1-3/8 inch (34.9 mm) bore (On most applications)
  • 5/8-inch (15.9 mm) diameter piston rod (On most applications)
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Rancho – Shock Absorber (Part No.RS77118)

Shock Absorber

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$101.99
Application tuned for precision on-road and off-road handling, Rancho RS7MT monotube shocks are highly effective in the dissipation of heat, making them ideal for extreme off-road use and larger wheel and tire packages. RS7MT shocks feature an integrated

Product Features:
  • PRECISE HANDLING AND PERFORMANCE — Deflective Disc Valving features digressive, linear or progressive turning based on application requirements for precision handling and performance on and off road
  • STRONG AND DURABLE — Features a 14mm hardened chrome piston rod to resist scuffs & corrosion, double-welded loops at stress areas, double strength closure method and hot form reserve tube
  • HANDLES EXTREME TEMPERATURE CHANGES — Large 2-in. monotube body filled with all-weather fluid allows for cooler operation, increased vehicle control and ability to withstand internal temperatures of -40 to 248°F
  • REDUCES FADE — Full-floating dividing piston and high-pressure nitrogen gas maintains constant pressure against the hydraulic oil, reducing aeration and shock fade
  • SMOOTH PERFORMANCE — Internal rebound bumper and shouldered rubber bushings help reduce noise, vibration and ride harshness while the PTFE-banded piston enhances responsiveness to changing road conditions for an overall smoother ride
  • THE RIGHT FIT — Designed to fit right out of the box, application-specific mounting installs easily with no need for installing sleeves or extra hardware
  • KEEPS DIRT AND DEBRIS OUT — Sealing system with integrated dirt wiper helps keep moisture, dirt and debris from being ingested into the shock and contaminating the oil and destroying the internal seal
  • BUILT TO LAST — Large 46mm fluon-banded piston for consistent sealing between the piston and monotube for precise control, ride and handling, for extra protection black shock boot RS1952 and RS1961 are available for purchase
  • BOLD APPEARANCE– Black satin finish with distinctive Rancho red logo for an eye-catching look that stands out
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KYB – High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock (Part No.KG5409)

High Pressure Monotube Gas Shock

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$80.99
The KYB Gas-a-just monotube shock absorber has additional performance advantages over the traditional twin-tube design: It can instantly, automatically adjust to your performance needs and never experiences fade due to aeration. The KYB Gas-a-just has two separate working chambers: An air-free hydraulic piston and valve area for responsiveness and control, and a second high-pressure nitrogen gas area with a floating piston that provides a comfortable ride during normal driving and adds instant performance on demand.

Product Features:
  • Adds Up To 25% More Damping Performance Over Original Equipment Shocks
  • Components And Valving Designed Specifically For Gm Trucks
  • Gas-A-Just Monotubes Include Additional Damping Over One Design For Vehicles That Work, Tow, And Have Larger, Heavier Tires & Wheels
  • High Pressure Monotube Design Separates The Gas And Oil For Fade Free Operation And Instant Response
  • Fluid Leaking Can Be A Cause Of Shock Failure, The KYB Gas-A-Just Has An Ultra-Smooth Triple Chrome Plated Chrome Piston Rod To Reduce Seal Wear
  • The Higher Gas Pressure Of The KYB Gas-A-Just Responds Quickly To Improve Steering Response
  • Electronic Safety Systems Depend On The Suspension, Brakes And Tires Operating As The Vehicle Manufacturer Intended. The KYB Gas-A-Just Helps Keep Electronic Safety Systems Performing As Designed.
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FAQs for 1971 GMC C25/C2500 Suburban Front Shock and Struts

What are the most popular Front Shock and Struts for the 1971 GMC C25/C2500 Suburban?

With 3 brands you can trust, our most popular Front Shock and Struts for the 1971 GMC C25/C2500 Suburban parts are:
Gas-Matic Truck Shock Absorber
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Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber
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RS5000X Shock Absorber
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What are the best aftermarket Front Shock and Struts for the 1971 GMC C25/C2500 Suburban?

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RS5000 Shock Absorber
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“Installed on 1988 Ford F-150. Easy to install and all parts needed were included.”
OESpectrum Light Truck Shock Absorber
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“I HAD TO SPEND AN ADDITIONAL $28 DOLLARS ON HARDWARE (GRADE 8 BOLTS RECOMMENDED BY MONROE) TO MOUNT THESE, DEPSITE THE FACT THAT IT CLEARLY SHOWS THAT”