'53 Suburban front shocks

[pflaming]

if a mount is welded to the frame for the upper part of the shock, how much difference is there in handling, ride, etc.  

[Plymouthy Adams]

some say they can tell no difference...some say it is the best thing since sliced bread.....everyone will feel it different and most is based on the driving habits of the individual...admittingly we have folks here that  do not run up past 55MPH.....they not anywhere near boat float …...

[pflaming]

Tim, TKS, that said, I'm not going to change. 

[JOHN EDGE]

I relocated the  front shocks when I changed the front coil springs and installed the dropped uprights.  I thought the factory method of attaching the  front shocks to the upper and lower control arms made for little or no value in controlling the stability or dampening  of the front end. It’s was the least expensive improvement and in my opinion did provide better stability. I do drive my wagon at 70 plus mph and find that the steering is improved