Skyjacker H7085 Hydro 7000 Front Shock 1988-1999 Chevy GMC K1500 K2500 4-6in

Vehicle Fitment

• 1988-1998 Chevrolet K1500 (4WD) - Front, 4-6 in. Lift
• 1988-1998 Chevrolet K2500 (4WD) - Front, 4-6 in. Lift
• 1988-1998 Chevrolet K3500 (4WD) - Front, 4-6 in. Lift
• 1988 Chevrolet V30 (4WD) - Front, 4-6 in. Lift
• 1989-1991 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup (4WD) - Front, 4-6 in. Lift
• 1992-1999 Chevrolet Blazer (4WD, Full-Size GMT400) - Front, 4-6 in. Lift
• 1992-1998 Chevrolet K1500 Suburban (4WD) - Front, 4-6 in. Lift
• 1992-1998 Chevrolet K2500 Suburban (4WD) - Front, 4-6 in. Lift
• 1995-1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (4WD) - Front, 4-6 in. Lift
• 1988-1999 GMC K1500 (4WD) - Front, 4-6 in. Lift
• 1988-1998 GMC K2500 (4WD) - Front, 4-6 in. Lift
• 1988-1998 GMC K3500 (4WD) - Front, 4-6 in. Lift
• 1988-1991 GMC V3500 (4WD) - Front, 4-6 in. Lift
• 1992-1998 GMC K1500 Suburban (4WD) - Front, 4-6 in. Lift
• 1992-1998 GMC K2500 Suburban (4WD) - Front, 4-6 in. Lift
• 1992-1998 GMC Yukon (4WD) - Front, 4-6 in. Lift

Fitment Notes

• Fits the front shock position only; all supported applications are 4WD configurations on the 1988-1998 GMT400 full-size Chevrolet/GMC truck and SUV platform
• Sold individually - purchase two (2) for a complete front axle replacement
• Designed specifically for 4 to 6 inches of front suspension lift - this shock is dimensioned for mid-to-high lift applications on this platform; it is not appropriate for factory height or mild 0-3 in. lifts (use H7081 for 0-3 in. front lift on these vehicles)
• The companion rear shock for this platform at 3-5.5 in. of rear lift is the Skyjacker H7086; the H7085 + H7086 combination is Skyjacker's matched front/rear Hydro 7000 set for the 4-6 in. front / 3-5.5 in. rear lift application on the 1988-1998 Chevy/GMC full-size 4WD platform
• Upper and lower mounts are Eyelet/Sleeve on both ends - direct-fit to the front shock mounting geometry of the GMT400 platform at lifted heights
• Shock must be mounted body-down - this is required for proper hydraulic function; inverted installation will compromise damping performance
• "Blazer" in this context refers to the full-size GMT400 Chevrolet Blazer (1992-1994), not the S10 Blazer compact (different platform)
• Tahoe fitment is 1995-1999 (2-door models); the Tahoe/Yukon share the GMT400 front suspension geometry with the K1500 pickup through 1999
• Factory mounting hardware is reused; all necessary washers, bushings, and nuts are included

Features

• True velocity-sensitive hydraulic valving adapts front damping resistance to actual suspension speed in real time - essential at 4-6 in. of lift where increased wheel travel places higher demands on shock performance across the full compression and rebound range
• Orifice disk design ensures optimal hydraulic fluid flow for consistent and responsive front damping across the GMT400 platform's torsion bar front suspension geometry at this lift range
• Leak-proof hydraulic seal construction provides reliable, long-service-life performance under the front suspension loading of lifted Chevy/GMC full-size trucks and SUVs in mixed on-road and off-road use
• Bonded iron piston provides superior strength and fatigue resistance for the front suspension loads imposed by the heavier GMT400 platform across K1500/K2500/K3500/Suburban/Tahoe/Yukon applications
• Chrome-plated piston rod resists corrosion and surface damage, protecting the hydraulic seal and maintaining consistent performance across the shock's service life
• Eyelet/Sleeve upper and lower mount hardware is engineered to the front shock mounting geometry of the GMT400 4WD platform at 4-6 in. lift heights
• Distinctive red protective boot shields the shock shaft from road debris, mud, and environmental exposure - the Hydro 7000 series signature
• Backed by Skyjacker's Limited Lifetime Warranty against defects in materials and workmanship

Specifications

• Part Number: H7085
• Series: Hydro 7000
• Position: Front (Driver Side or Passenger Side)
• Extended Length: 22.71 in. (576.83 mm)
• Compressed Length: 13.93 in. (353.82 mm)
• Stroke: 8.78 in. (223.01 mm)
• Internal Design: Hydraulic (Non-Gas Charged)
• Valving: True Velocity-Sensitive / Orifice Disk
• Gas Charged: No
• Adjustable Valving: No
• Upper Mount Type: Eyelet/Sleeve
• Lower Mount Type: Eyelet/Sleeve
• Piston Type: Bonded Iron
• Shaft Finish: Chrome-Plated
• Boot Color: Red
• Lift Height Compatibility: 4-6 in. Front Suspension Lift
• Mounting Orientation: Body-Down (required)
• Quantity: Sold Individually (1 per pack)

Included Components

• 1x Skyjacker H7085 Hydro 7000 Front Shock Absorber
• 1x Red Protective Dust Boot
• All necessary washers, bushings, and nuts for installation

Product Description

The Skyjacker H7085 Hydro 7000 is the front shock absorber for the 1988-1998/1999 Chevrolet and GMC GMT400 full-size 4WD truck and SUV platform at 4 to 6 inches of front suspension lift. This spans the K1500, K2500, and K3500 pickup series; the full-size Blazer; the K1500 and K2500 Suburban; the Tahoe (1995-1999); and the GMC Yukon - all sharing the same torsion bar front suspension and shock mounting geometry that the H7085 is engineered to fit at this lift range. At 22.71 inches extended and 13.93 inches compressed, the H7085 provides 8.78 inches of stroke - the correct geometry for the elevated suspension travel distance created by 4-6 in. of front lift on these platforms.

The H7085 is the higher-lift companion to the H7081 (0-3 in. front lift) in Skyjacker's Hydro 7000 lineup for this platform, and it pairs directly with the H7086 rear shock (3-5.5 in. rear lift) as a matched front/rear set for 4-6 in. front / 3-5.5 in. rear lift applications. This combination is one of the most common Hydro 7000 shock pairings offered for the GMT400 platform across both Skyjacker and Shock Surplus set listings. The Hydro 7000 non-gas-charged hydraulic design with velocity-sensitive valving delivers the controlled, progressive front damping these heavy trucks require - smooth over gradual terrain inputs, firm under large fast impacts - without the maintenance complexity of reservoir-style or gas-pressurized shocks.

These shocks must be mounted body-down for correct hydraulic operation. All installation hardware is included; factory mounting bolts are reused. Sold individually - two required for a complete front axle upgrade. Backed by Skyjacker's Limited Lifetime Warranty for the original retail purchaser.