2007 GMC Sierra 1500 HD Suspension Parts

Essential 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 HD Suspension Parts

Belltech – Nitrogen Gas Charged, Two Year Warranty, Non Adjustable Valving, Single (Part No.2212FF)

Nitrogen Gas Charged, Two Year Warranty, Non Adjustable Valving, Single

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$94.99
Belltech street performance shock absorber has been engineered to provide a premium quality ride for todays larger Trucks and Luxury SUVs. Belltech engineers have developed a great balance between comfort and performance by focusing their attention on tuning the low speed compression and rebound characteristics of this shock absorber

Product Features:
  • Belltech Value Orientated Performance Shock Absorber. The Ultimate In Premium Street Performance Solution
  • Excellent OEM Quality Replacement Upgrade. Internal Teflon Coated Bushings And Piston Seals Avoid Metal To Metal Contact, Provides Lowest Possible Friction Resulting In Long Lasting Performance
  • Oversized Construction Provides Additional Damping Control. Increase In Handling And Performance At Maximum Comfort
  • Complements Larger OE And Aftermarket Wheel Or Tire Packages For Increased Tire Contact Area
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Dorman – Suspension Jounce Bumper (Part No.523-049)

Suspension Jounce Bumper

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$32.99
This leaf spring bumper is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – fits and performs like the original equipment on specific vehicles
  • Reliable fit – precision-engineered to match the design and dimensions of original components
  • Durable construction – manufactured to strict standards using sturdy, safe materials
  • Rigorously tested – thorough quality control measures ensure longevity
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ACDelco – Black Multi-Purpose Pigtail Kit with Splices (Part No.PT2887)

Black Multi-Purpose Pigtail Kit with Splices

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$59.99
ACDelco GM Original Equipment Pigtail Connectors are connectors ready to be spliced into vehicle harnesses, and are GM-recommended replacements for your vehicle’s original components. These original equipment pigtail connectors have been manufactured to fit your GM vehicle, providing the same performance, durability, and service life you expect from General Motors.

Product Features:
  • Protective outer coverings help provide long-lasting durability
  • Color-coded wires allow for easy installation
  • GM-recommended replacement part for your GM vehicle’s original factory component
  • Offering the quality, reliability, and durability of GM OE
  • Manufactured to GM OE specification for fit, form, and function
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Firestone Ride-Rite – Controls Two Air Springs Individually, Switch Operated (Part No.2168)

Controls Two Air Springs Individually, Switch Operated

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$1217.99
Designed to provide inflation control of your air helper springs. This kit will be an asset to your vehicle, meeting nearly all of your air supply needs.

Product Features:
  • Individual Air Accessory Components Are Also Available, Including Compressors, Air Tanks, And Mounting Solutions, Providing A Wide Variety Of Air Control Assist Solutions
  • Adjust The Ride For Various Load And Road Conditions With A Switch, Remote Or Mobile App
  • Provides An Instant Air Source For The Air Helper Springs Or Accessories
  • Dual Point Fill (Both Air Springs Fill Independently Of Each Other)
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KAI – Hanger Kit (Part No.KYPKP19)

Hanger Kit

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$74.99
New Standard Replacement Leaf Spring Hanger Kit, For 1500 Models, For Rear Of Leaf Spring

Product Features:
  • For 1500 Models, For Rear Of Leaf Spring, Made Of Steel
  • Meets All Federal Motor Safety Standards
  • No Drilling Needed For Installation
  • No Modifications Needed For Installation
  • Direct Fit Replacement For Your Vehicle
  • Same Form Fit And Function As OE
  • Check Out The Large Selection Of Parts Available For Your Vehicle
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Dorman – Help – Alignment Cam Bolt (Part No.13512)

Alignment Cam Bolt

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$10.79
This alignment cam bolt is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – fits and performs like the original equipment on specific vehicles
  • Reliable fit – precision-engineered to match the design and dimensions of original components
  • Durable design – bolts are white zinc-coated for a longer service life
  • Rigorously tested – thorough quality control measures ensure longevity
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Dorman – AIR SUSPEN UPFIT KIT (Part No.949-041)

AIR SUSPEN UPFIT KIT

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$568.99
Air springs can offer improved load handling when working in combination with an original equipment suspension. This suspension air helper spring kit includes the equipment needed to add air springs on specified vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Ideal solution – this air suspension upfit kit can compensate for rear suspension sagging or squatting under load or when towing by providing added support to maintain vehicle height and handling
  • Effective retrofit – designed for cost-effective installation, easy air spring inflation, and durability that can help protect the vehicle from damage to the vehicle frame and suspension components
  • Complete kit – includes 2 air springs, 2 braided stainless steel air lines, valves, mounting brackets, and all hardware needed for installation, with no drilling, welding, or special tools required
  • Exclusive design – the air springs in this kit feature a patent-pending fail-safe design that includes a stout internal coil spring
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Dorman – Rear Leaf Spring (Part No.929-126)

Rear Leaf Spring

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$399.99
Properly functioning leaf springs hold the weight and payload of a vehicle or trailer and are essential to suspension performance and passenger comfort. Check the product attributes to select the right leaf spring for your application.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – these leaf springs are designed to match the fit and function of the original leaf springs on specific vehicles or trailers
  • Ideal solution – seamlessly replaces leaf springs damaged by overloading, collision, cracking or corrosion, or are due for replacement
  • Durable construction – made from quality materials to strict specifications to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – engineered, manufactured and supported by the premier aftermarket leaf spring provider in the USA
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Carquest Premium – Multi Purpose Relay (Part No.RAA1256)

Multi Purpose Relay

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$24.99
Carquest premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Dorman – Upper Shock Mounting Bushing Insulator (Part No.905-500)

Upper Shock Mounting Bushing Insulator

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$28.99
This shock mount insulator is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – fits and performs like the original equipment on specific vehicles
  • Reliable fit – precision-engineered to match the design and dimensions of original components
  • Durable construction – manufactured to strict standards using sturdy, safe materials
  • Rigorously tested – thorough quality control measures ensure longevity
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Driveworks – Control Arm Bushing (Part No.DW-K200044)

Control Arm Bushing

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$14.99
Control Arm Bushing

Timbren SES – Rubber Spring, Frame Mount, 6,000 Pound Weight Capacity Per Set (Part No.GMRCK25S)

Rubber Spring, Frame Mount, 6,000 Pound Weight Capacity Per Set

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$306.99
Timbren suspension enhancement system – The decision is easy, Timbren suspension kits (SES kits) are designed to enhance the suspension of your vehicle. Improve load handling haul heavy loads with ease eliminate sag and sway.

Product Features:
  • Eliminate Suspension Sag: When Towing A Heavy Trailer, Timbren SES Extends The Life Of The Suspension Of Your Vehicle And Helps To Avoid Bottoming Out
  • Control Trailer Sway, A Condition Which Occurs With Unbalanced Loads, In Crosswinds Or When Passing Heavy Trucks Timbren SES Stabilizes Your Vehicle
  • Control Body Roll, During Cornering With Powerful Progressive Rate Rubber Springs Which Resist Lean And Enhance Vehicle Stability
  • Improve The Ride, By Allowing The Aeon(R) Rubber Springs Absorb Road Shocks And Bumps. Towing A Trailer Doesnt Have To Mean Poor Ride Quality
  • Economical And Trouble Free
  • Simple And Easy To Install
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Dorman – Control Arm Bumper (Part No.905-207)

Control Arm Bumper

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$61.99
This suspension control arm bumper is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – fits and performs like the original equipment on specific vehicles
  • Reliable fit – precision-engineered to match the design and dimensions of original components
  • Durable construction – manufactured to strict standards using sturdy, safe materials
  • Rigorously tested – thorough quality control measures ensure longevity
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Monroe – Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber (Part No.59614)

Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber

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$53.99
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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MOOG – Leaf Spring Bushing (Part No.K201214)

Leaf Spring Bushing

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$15.79
By constantly introducing design enhancements that extend product life and simplify installation and replacement, MOOG has earned its reputation as the chassis industry’s Problem Solver.

Product Features:
  • Easy to install
  • Returns like-new steering
  • Long-lasting performance
  • Construction and design validated by MOOG engineers
  • Incorporates proven design and engineering features
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TrailFX – 2 To 3" Lift, Torsion Bar Keys, With Torsion Key/ Lower Shock Absorber Extension (Part No.G25LL2)

2 To 3" Lift, Torsion Bar Keys, With Torsion Key/ Lower Shock Absorber Extension

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$159.99
TrailFX has produced a line of leveling and rear block kits that are engineered to provide consumers with the very best in quality performance at an attractive price point. TrailFX suspension products allow you to level your vehicle or raise it for additional tire clearance, all while maintaining your factory ride.

Product Features:
  • Designed To Grab The Flat Of The Torsion Bar For Tighter Fit
  • Computer Numerical Control Machined Adjuster Bolt Pockets
  • Safest Way To Level Lift
  • Toughest Finish
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aFe POWER – Sway-A-Way Shock Kit (Part No.501-5600-04)

Sway-A-Way Shock Kit

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$1062.99
aFe Control is proud to introduce the recently acquired Sway-A-Way line of High Performance replacement shocks for the 2001-2010 GM Silverado/Sierra HD models. These 2.5″ diameter shocks feature all the same race winning engineering components that have 20+ years of testing into a specifically designed kit that will bolt directly into your daily driven vehicle. This kit offers better off road damping curves without sacrificing any on road comfort or handling. These front shocks are 100% designed and built in the USA that feature bright zinc plated steel cylinder bodies and CNC machined aluminum components. This package is designed as a direct fit application and requires no modifications to the vehicle. *This aFe Control Suspension product is designed and engineered in our Corona, California facility.

Product Features:
  • CNC Machined Components Made To The Strictest Tolerances
  • 7/8 in. Polished Nitro Steel Shafts For Strength and Durability
  • Teflon Lined Steel Spherical Bearings
  • Multi-Seal Carrier To Ensure Zero Leakage
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Dorman – Rear Position Leaf Spring Bracket Kit (Part No.722-032)

Rear Position Leaf Spring Bracket Kit

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$173.99
This leaf spring hanger is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this leaf spring hanger is designed to match the fit and function of the original part on specified vehicles
  • Ideal solution – this hanger is a reliable replacement for an original part that has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Firestone Ride-Rite – Portable, Maximum 130 Psi, 18 Amps, With Compressor Only (Part No.9284)

Portable, Maximum 130 Psi, 18 Amps, With Compressor Only

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$251.99
The Air Command Standard Duty Dual Electric Air Compressor System Kit Allows You To Adjust Your Air Springs With The Touch Of A Button. It Offers A Built in Air Source For Your Suspension System, Making It Easy To Alter Your Springs To Align With The Load Type And Environment. When Shopping For Air Accessories, You will Find That Firestone Air Command Standard Duty Dual Electric Air Compressor System Kit Is Designed To Have A Couple Of Special Benefits. First, The Air Command Standard Duty Dual Electric Air Compressor System Kit Comes Ready To Install, So You Can Set It Up And Get Back To The Road where You Want To Be. Just Connect A Few Wires To The Compressor And A Few To Your Vehicle. The Air Lines And Wiring Harness Can Be Plugged Into The Same Side Of The Unit For Smoother Routing Of Lines And Power Supply. After The Air Command Standard Duty Dual Electric Air Compressor System Kit Is Properly Installed, You Can Make Pressure Adjustments By Pressing A Single Button. This Air Command Standard Duty Dual Electric Air Compressor System Kit Component Allows For Side To Side Or Front to rear Leveling, Real time Pressure Readout, And Dual Left And Right PSI And Pressure Control Readouts. The Air Command Standard Duty Dual Electric Air Compressor System Kit Easy to read Needle Gauge Can Be Viewed Day Or Night, Without Straining Or Squinting Your Eyes. Prior To Installing The Air Command Standard Duty Dual Electric Air Compressor System Kit, Review The Instructions And Identify All Of The Components To Help Make Sure You Get Maximum Performance From Both Your Air Springs And Air Command Standard Duty Dual Electric Air Compressor System Kit. The Installation Steps Are Different Depending On Whether You are Enhancing An Existing Air Helper Spring System With The Air Command Standard Duty Dual Electric Air Compressor System Kit Or Installing It With A New Air Spring System.

Product Features:
  • Individual Air Accessory Components Are Also Available, Including Compressors, Air Tanks, And Mounting Solutions, Providing A Wide Variety Of Air Control Assist Solutions
  • Adjust The Ride For Various Load And Road Conditions With A Switch, Remote Or Mobile App
  • Provides An Instant Air Source For The Air Helper Springs Or Accessories
  • Dual Point Fill (Both Air Springs Fill Independently Of Each Other)
  • Light Duty Compressor Specs (120 PSI Max Air Pressure, 9 Percent Duty Cycle, 0.32 CFM)
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Valvoline – DEXRON®-VI ATF Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart (Part No.822405)

DEXRON®-VI ATF Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart

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Valvoline DEXRON®-VI ATF is a full-synthetic transmission fluid formulated with advanced additive technology to meet and exceed the requirements of the General Motors’ DEXRON®-VI specification. It is officially licensed and approved by GM and is fully back-serviceable and can be used wherever DEXRON®-II and/or DEXRON®-III are recommended. Recommended for use in the following applications: DEXRON®-VI, DEXRON®-III, DEXRON®-II, and Allison C-4.

Product Features:
  • Formulated with full-synthetic base stocks and advanced additive technology to meet the challenging demands of automatic transmissions.
  • Enhanced anti-shudder protection for smooth shifting and maximum power transfer
  • Developed with anti-wear technology to help improve transmission durability
  • Engineered with a proprietary blend of base oils and advanced additives to provide better oil flow at low temperatures and greater film protection at higher temperatures
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Dorman – Help – Leaf Spring Inserts (Part No.31067)

Leaf Spring Inserts

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$11.99
This leaf spring insulator is designed to match the fit and function of the original insulator on specified vehicles, and is engineered for durability and reliable performance.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this leaf spring insulator is designed to match the fit and function of the original insulator on specified vehicles
  • Restores functionality – reliable replacement for an original part that has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Dorman – Rear Position Leaf Spring Shackle Kit (Part No.722-029)

Rear Position Leaf Spring Shackle Kit

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$45.99
Get ahead of fatigued or rusted leaf spring shackles before they become dangerous. Made of sturdy steel with a power coated finish to resist corrosion, this leaf spring shackle is a direct replacement for your vehicle’s stock shackle.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – This leaf spring shackle fits and performs like original equipment shackle
  • Quality construction – manufactured from durable steel and powder coated for corrosion resistance and a long service life
  • Excellent value – original equipment quality at a lower price
  • Ready to install – all essential hardware is included for an easy installation
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Belltech – 3 Inch Rear Drop, Rubber Bushing (Part No.6403)

3 Inch Rear Drop, Rubber Bushing

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$115.99
By Engineering bracketry or replacement components Belltech Shackles and Hangers to reposition the front and or rear Leaf Spring mounting points Spring eyes you can simply and effectively lower your Leaf Spring equipped sport truck or SUV without changing the factory Leaf Spring. This allows you to retain OEM Ride Quality and possibly more importantly factory load capacity. At Belltech, we offer both Belltech Shackles and Hangers as individual components as well as complete kits depending on your Lowering requirements. Belltech Shackle kits are designed drop the rear of your sport truck or SUV up to 2 Inches. For some applications we also offer a 1 and 2 Inch lifting Shackle kits. Belltech Shackle kits are constructed from Heavy Gauge die stamped P and O Steel to insure a perfect fit and superior quality. All Shackles are powder coated and feature OEM quality silent bloc rubber bushings and that do not need maintenance unlike polyurethane

Product Features:
  • To Reposition The Front And/Or Rear Leaf Spring Mounting Points Spring Eyes You Can Simply And Effectively Lower Your Leaf Spring Equipped Sport Truck Or SUV Without Changing The Factory Leaf Spring
  • This Allows You To Retain OEM Ride Quality And Possibly More Importantly Factory Load Capacity
  • Belltech Shackle Kits Are Designed Drop The Rear Of Your Sport Truck Or SUV Up To 2 Inches
  • For Some Applications We Also Offer A 1/2 Inch Lifting Shackle Kits
  • Belltech Shackle Kits Are Constructed From Heavy Gauge Die Stamped P And O Steel To Insure A Perfect Fit And Superior Quality
  • All Shackles Are Powder Coated And Feature OEM Quality Silent Bloc Rubber Bushings And That Do Not Need Maintenance Unlike Polyurethane
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Monroe – Load Adjusting Shock Absorber (Part No.58638)

Load Adjusting Shock Absorber

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$175.99
Ideal for light trucks that that tow or carry varying loads, Monroe load adjusting shocks include a heavy gauge calibrated spring that adjusts to road and weight conditions to provide extra control when operating conditions get more demanding.

Product Features:
  • REDUCES SAG UNDER LOAD — Ideal for occasionally hauling or towing varying loads, heavy gauge, calibrated coil spring reduces sag when loaded up to 1,200 lbs. (capacity limited by suspension, tires and transmission, see owner’s manual)
  • EXCEPTIONAL HANDLING — Tuned specifically for each application, full-displaced valving automatically adjusts to road extremes to provide ride consistency
  • CONSISTENT RIDE — OE all-weather fluid contains special modifiers to handle extreme temperatures and PTFE-banded piston helps reduce friction between the piston and pressure tube to enhance responsiveness to changing road surfaces
  • LONGER SERVICE LIFE — Self-lubricating fluid seal retains gas and reduces excessive friction against the piston rod to help reduce premature wear while heavy-duty nitrocarburized rod delivers long life
  • IMPROVES PERFORMANCE — Nitrogen gas-charge maintains tire-to-road contact for improved ride and handling by reducing aeration and shock fade
  • Nitrogen Gas Charged: For Improved Ride & Handling, Helps Maintain Tire To Road Contact By Reducing Aeration – On Most Applications
  • 5/8 nitrocarburized rod for long service life.
  • Special Seal: ‘Self-lubricating’ fluid seal designed to retain gas without excessive wear or friction.
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Timbren SES – Rubber Spring, Frame Mount, 8,000 Lb Weight Capacity Per Set, Aeon Hollow Rubber (Part No.GMRTT35S)

Rubber Spring, Frame Mount, 8,000 Lb Weight Capacity Per Set, Aeon Hollow Rubber

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$454.99
Timbren Suspension Enhancement System – The Decision is Easy…Timbren Suspension Kits (SES Kits) are designed to enhance the suspension of your vehicle. Improve load handling Haul heavy loads with ease Eliminate sag and sway

Product Features:
  • Eliminate Suspension Sag When Towing A Heavy Trailer Timbren SES Extends The Life Of The Suspension Of Your Vehicle And Helps To Avoid Bottoming Out
  • Control Trailer Sway A Condition Which Occurs With Unbalanced Loads In Crosswinds Or When Passing Heavy Trucks Timbren SES Stabilizes Your Vehicle
  • Control Body Roll During Cornering With Powerful Progressive Rate Rubber Springs Which Resist Lean And Enhance Vehicle Stability
  • Improve The Ride By Allowing The Aeon(R) Rubber Springs Absorb Road Shocks And Bumps. Towing A Trailer Doesnt Have To Mean Poor Ride Quality
  • Economical And Trouble Free
  • Simple And Easy To Install
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2007 GMC Sierra 1500 HD Suspension Parts

You count on your 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 HD to run right. That means taking care of it with regular maintenance, necessary repairs, and the right parts. Advance Auto Parts can help with all of that thanks to our extensive inventory of trusted Suspension Parts. With 90 Suspension Parts ranging in price from $6.29 to $1,217.99, you’re sure to find everything you need for your 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 HD.

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Top-Rated Suspension Parts Brands For Your 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 HD

Trusted Suspension Parts OEM and aftermarket product brands are what Advance Auto Parts specializes in. The brands we work with are sure to keep that 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 HD running right for years to come. In our inventory you’ll find brands like Valvoline, Monroe, Dorman, and even more.

Popular Valvoline Suspension Parts

You’ll find popular Valvoline brand products across Air Suspension and Kits. All are waiting to get your 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 HD back on the road. Some of the top-rated Valvoline products in these categories are:
DEXRON®-VI ATF Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart
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DEXRON®-VI ATF Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart
Suspension Self-Leveling Unit Fluids
Transfer Case Fluid, 1 Quart
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Transfer Case Fluid, 1 Quart
Suspension Self-Leveling Unit Fluids

FAQs for 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 HD Suspension Parts

What are the most purchased Suspension Parts for the 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 HD?

Out of 90 Suspension Parts for the 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 HD, the most popular in our inventory are:
Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber
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Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber
Front Shock and Struts
Rear Position Leaf Spring Shackle Kit
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Rear Position Leaf Spring Shackle Kit
Leaf Spring Shackles
RS5000X Shock Absorber
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RS5000X Shock Absorber
Rear Shock and Struts

What are the top-rated 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 HD Suspension Parts?

Top-rated Suspension Parts for your 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 HD based on customer reviews/ratings are:
RS5000 Shock Absorber
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RS5000 Shock Absorber
“Great product”
Gas-Magnum Shock Absorber
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Gas-Magnum Shock Absorber
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Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber
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Gas-Matic LT Shock Absorber
“FIRST TIME I REPLACE SHOCKS IN MY VEHICLE, OH MAN WHAT A DIFFERENCE IN THE RIDE. IT WAS VEERY EASY TO REPLACE THE PARTS, I’M OK WITH TOOLS BUT NOT A M”