--- product_id: 330778199 title: "Gabriel 34073 Front Load Carrier Coil Spring Shocks Absorber for Select Models Buick/Cadillac/Chevrolet- (1 Pair)" brand: "gabriel" price: "4891 kr" currency: NOK in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Gabriel" url: https://www.desertcart.no/products/330778199-gabriel-34073-front-load-carrier-coil-spring-shocks-absorber-select store_origin: NO region: Norway --- # D.O.M. tubing durability 500 lbs load capacity Dual shock & spring tech Gabriel 34073 Front Load Carrier Coil Spring Shocks Absorber for Select Models Buick/Cadillac/Chevrolet- (1 Pair) **Brand:** gabriel **Price:** 4891 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚗 Elevate your drive with Gabriel’s legendary load carrier shocks—where durability meets precision. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Gabriel 34073 Front Load Carrier Coil Spring Shocks Absorber for Select Models Buick/Cadillac/Chevrolet- (1 Pair) by gabriel - **How much does it cost?** 4891 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.no](https://www.desertcart.no/products/330778199-gabriel-34073-front-load-carrier-coil-spring-shocks-absorber-select) ## Best For - gabriel enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted gabriel brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Last:** D.O.M. tubing and leak-proof piston seals ensure long-lasting performance and corrosion resistance. - • **Heavy-Duty Stability:** Variable-rate rear springs support up to 500 lbs per pair, perfect for those who demand more from their ride. - • **Ride Height Restored:** Constant-rate coil springs maintain your vehicle’s stance under load, so you never compromise on style or control. - • **Precision Fit for Classics:** Specifically engineered for select Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, and Pontiac models—because your vintage ride deserves the best. - • **Smooth & Confident Handling:** Experience improved braking, traction, and ride quality that turns heads and commands respect on every drive. ## Overview Gabriel 34073 Front Load Carrier Coil Spring Shocks combine advanced shock and spring technology to restore ride height and improve stability for select classic Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, and Pontiac models. Featuring constant-rate front springs and variable-rate rear springs with a 500 lbs load capacity per pair, these shocks utilize durable D.O.M. tubing and leak-proof piston seals for extended life and corrosion resistance. Ideal for professionals and enthusiasts seeking reliable, heavy-duty suspension upgrades that enhance handling and maintain vehicle stance under load. ## Description Buy Gabriel 34073 Front Load Carrier Coil Spring Shocks Absorber for Select Models Buick/Cadillac/Chevrolet- (1 Pair) online on desertcart.ae at best prices. ✓ Fast and free shipping ✓ free returns ✓ cash on delivery available on eligible purchase. Review: Recommend - Installed and they made a big difference in the ride as well gave me 1 inch lift Review: Smooth & Strong! Fits RWD Astro/Safari - Fantastic for a 1987 Chevrolet Astro Van, in my case a RWD camper. It's all but impossible to find load-adjusting shocks for a front axle, much less tweakable ones. I've been "Astro" my entire adult life and with added cowl weight or engine compartment weight in these are a life saver! Quiet, improved handling, stability, ride height, traction, easy to install if you lift the front high enough to get the shock through the control arm slot from the bottom. These fit inside the coil spring very well and add life to motor mounts. Braking is even better in my case. My only recommendation is Grade 8's or 10's over the supplied hardware. Also, since I use them in a modified application, I make a couple of slight modifications as photographed. Note: Although shock length and diameter is the same as OEM, load carrier shocks are all but impossible to compress by hand after the hand-tight top nut is installed. Rather than compressing the shock bottom with a jack and having zero clearance for the bottom eye bolts, it's easier to start with two long bolts to snug it up. Then, remove one at a time and replace with your short bolts. In conclusion, these shocks are FANTASTIC, especially considering the price and performance! ## Features - combines shock and spring technology, economical solution for heavier duty use - constant-rate front coil springs can help improve stability and restore or maintain ride height - variable-rate rear coil springs provide 500 lbs. per pair of load capacity [not to exceed vehicle gvwr (gross vehicle weight rating). product does not increase payload] - an economical solution for heavier duty use - front: buick: 71 - 73 centurion, 91 - 96 commercial chassis, 71 - 89 electra, 71 - 83 estate wagon, 71 - 85 lesabre, 88 - 89 lesabre; 71 - 78 riviera, 91 - 96 road master; cadillac: 77 - 86 fleetwood, 93 - 96 fleetwood, 87 - 92 brougham - front: cadillac: 77 - 84 commercial chassis, 92 - 96 commercial chassis, 77 - 84 deville; oldsmobile: 71 - 84 98, 71 - 92 custom cruiser, 71 - 85 delta 88; chevrolet: 65 - 75 bel air, 81 bel air, 65 - 72 biscayne, 69 - 72 brookwood - front: chevrolet: 70 - 81 camaro, 66 - 96 caprice, 65 - 85 impala, 94 - 96 impala, 69 - 72 kingswood, 69 - 72 townsman; ford: 65 - 74 country sedan, 65 - 74 country squire, 87 - 91 country squire, 65 - 72 custom, 68 - 77 custom 500 - front: ford: 92 - 02 crown victoria, 65 - 67 galaxie, 01 - 02 grand marquis, 67 - 82 ltd, 87 - 91 ltd crown victoria, 77 - 79 ltd ii, 65 - 74 ranch wagon, 72 - 79 ranchero, 67 - 79 thunderbird, 72 - 76 torino; lincoln: 70 - 80 continental - front: lincoln: 81 - 02 town car, 68 - 71 mark iii, 72 - 76 mark iv, 77 - 79 mark v, 80 - 83 mark vi; mercury: 67 brougham, 65 - 74 colony park, 87 - 91 colony park, 65 - 68 commuter, 74 - 79 cougar, 75 - 02 grand marquis, 65 - 67 marauder - front: mercury: 67-82 marquis, 65-68 montclair, 72-76 montego, 65-74 monterey, 65-68 park lane, 65-67 villager, 66-67 voyager; pontiac: 71-81 bonneville, 71-81 catalina, 70-81 firebird, 71-78 grand safari, 76-81 laurentian, 76-86 parisienne, 87-89 safari; Fit type: Vehicle Specific ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B001AM8IP6 | | Auto Part Position | Front | | Auto part position | Front | | Automotive Fit Type | Universal Fit | | Brand | Gabriel | | Brand Name | Gabriel | | Compatible with Vehicle Type | Car | | Compressed Length | 9.37 Inches | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 489 Reviews | | Extended Length | 14.29 Inches | | Exterior Finish | Stainless Steel | | Exterior finish | Stainless Steel | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00043645500894 | | Included Components | 2 Shocks, 4 Washers, 4 Bushings, 2 Nuts | | Item Type Name | Front Load Carrier | | Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces | | Manufacturer | Gabriel | | Manufacturer Part Number | 34073 | | Material | Metal | | Material Type | Metal | | Model Number | 34073 | | Number of Items | 2 | | OEM Equivalent Part Number | 34073 | | Set Name | 2pcs | | Style | Japanese | | Style Name | Japanese | | UPC | 043645500894 677255340733 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Vehicle service type | Car | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Gabriel - **Auto part position:** Front - **Style:** Japanese - **Vehicle service type:** Car - **Exterior finish:** Stainless Steel ## Images ![Gabriel 34073 Front Load Carrier Coil Spring Shocks Absorber for Select Models Buick/Cadillac/Chevrolet- (1 Pair) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61enrzNSWrL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can these be used on the rear of a car? They will bolt up to the rear of my car, which otherwise takes an obsolete and unavailable part** A: 34073 is manufactured to fit multiple front applications by design. Use of the shock on a vehicle it is not listed for would void its warranty. That being said, if the shock has the same travel as the one on your vehicle (extended and compressed lengths), and has the same end mounts, theoretically it can be used, keeping in mind the damping rate is not tuned to your vehicle, so you cannot expect the ride to be perfect. I am aware of several vehicles that use this end configuration on the rear, but in reverse orientation. (older Chevy Camaro / Pontiac Firebird) If this shock works on your vehicle by mounting it upside down (rod end down), then it will not work for you because the construction of this shock will not allow the valving to work in the inverted position. The rod end must be pointed upwards at an angle greater than 45 degrees to work. **Q: Will it fit the fount of my Nissan hardbody?** A: 34073 does not have the same lower mounting configuration as the front shock on your Nissan pickup. (Assuming your pickup is a 2wd model from 1987 thru 2004) **Q: Will this fit my 52 Ford Customline?** A: These fit perfect in my 66 impala and would fit many years. So you would have to go on specs and design if your not completely sure. Also you could check the manufacturer website **Q: Why can't these be used with the self leveling system. I have rear air bags currently. Even if I did change front height rear would adjust no?** A: I put them on a 2001 Crown Vic with the HPP package airbags and they work fine. A little stiff at first, I turned off the airbags for a couple days to break in the shocks and after that the car handles great. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Recommend *by P***K on 19 July 2025* Installed and they made a big difference in the ride as well gave me 1 inch lift ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Smooth & Strong! Fits RWD Astro/Safari *by M***N on 16 November 2025* Fantastic for a 1987 Chevrolet Astro Van, in my case a RWD camper. It's all but impossible to find load-adjusting shocks for a front axle, much less tweakable ones. I've been "Astro" my entire adult life and with added cowl weight or engine compartment weight in these are a life saver! Quiet, improved handling, stability, ride height, traction, easy to install if you lift the front high enough to get the shock through the control arm slot from the bottom. These fit inside the coil spring very well and add life to motor mounts. Braking is even better in my case. My only recommendation is Grade 8's or 10's over the supplied hardware. Also, since I use them in a modified application, I make a couple of slight modifications as photographed. Note: Although shock length and diameter is the same as OEM, load carrier shocks are all but impossible to compress by hand after the hand-tight top nut is installed. Rather than compressing the shock bottom with a jack and having zero clearance for the bottom eye bolts, it's easier to start with two long bolts to snug it up. Then, remove one at a time and replace with your short bolts. In conclusion, these shocks are FANTASTIC, especially considering the price and performance! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great so far much better ride *by D***G on 15 August 2023* So far seem like good shocks, the rides way better now and the load adjusting spring over shock will definitely stiffen up the old saggy ride and lift you back up a solid 1-2 inches in the rear. Very common on these explorers the rear suspension gets spongy after 20-30 years. Paired with new monroe oespectrum shocks in the front and a little torsion twist lift in the front has this thing riding better than new and looking good on ~2 inches of lift and 265/70r15 cooper discoverers. Sidenote, i know different cars over different years and brands might share parts like this but kinda crazy a mid 90s ford explorer has the same rear shocks as a 70s camaro/ firebird lol but thats what they came with instructions for. They were 100% a match to the old ford shocks that came out and didnt have any issues, just coincidence the polar opposites of vehicles made 25 years apart share the same rear shocks ## Frequently Bought Together - Gabriel 34073 Load Carrier Front Towing Shocks Absorbers with Coil Springs for select models Buick, Chevrolet, Cadillac, Ford, GMC, Lincoln, Mercury, Oldsmobile, Pontiac - (1 Pair) - ACDelco Specialty 504-511 Rear Air Lift Shock Absorber --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.no/products/330778199-gabriel-34073-front-load-carrier-coil-spring-shocks-absorber-select](https://www.desertcart.no/products/330778199-gabriel-34073-front-load-carrier-coil-spring-shocks-absorber-select) --- *Product available on Desertcart Norway* *Store origin: NO* *Last updated: 2026-09-16*