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Originally Posted by 68 P.O.S.

Lots of vendors sell drop shocks. As you said, I would compare your measurements to the shocks out there and see which would work best for you. I believe the stock shocks would work in the interim, but probably not the best.

True.

But.... A longer shock stroke usually will yield a better ride quality since it doesn't infringe on the limits (full extension or full compression) within the suspension travel.

It is easier to go w/a shorter shock when you can find one. If that's the better choice is subjective. I try to keep them OE length & move the mounts if possible but will use shocks for a different application if the travel numbers are within my needed range (I use G-body rear shocks on OBS trucks dropped w/a flip kit +shackles).