| Our patented solution for a simplified air suspension system just keeps getting better. The ShockWave® mounts just like a CoilOver and replaces the coilspring with an adjustable air spring for a huge range of tuning options. It provides a simple, high-tech way to provide the ultimate in adjustable suspension design. With more configuration options than ever before, the ShockWave is the premier foundation for a RideTech air suspension system. |
The A-Body rear ShockWave includes special bolt-on mounts that save hours of installation time. |
Handling Quality Series ShockWave
The Handling Quality ("HQ") series features single adjustable shock valving. It is housed in an impact forged monotube aluminum construction. The HQ series is available in a wide range of stroke lengths, and mounting styles to fit a large variety of applications.
Features:
- Completely redesigned internal design
- Aluminum impact forged construction allows leak free operation
- Single adjustable shock valving
- Available in a wide range of stroke lengths, and mounting styles to fit large variety of applications
- Monotube design for superior oil control
- Easy & precise valve adjustment with 26 rebound clicks
Adjustability Provides More Options for Desired Driving Style and Loads
Do You Need Adjustable Shocks?
Everyone knows you need to hook up your horsepower to go fast. Since the shock absorber is really what controls how the suspension works, it plays a big role. Whether you're running in a straight line or going around corners, it's all about traction: traction going forward; traction going sideways. A drag-race car needs to come up softer and go down harder. A car that turns needs to minimize body roll. The requirements are different, but a shock that offers variable valving plus a wide range of travel can work effectively in both applications. Get an adjustable shock and tune it until it delivers the performance and/or ride quality that you want - then continue experimenting whenever track or road conditions change. If you want to take your street machine to the drag strip, you can make the front end fly up a little higher to transfer more weight and launch harder. If you want to autocross it, you can dial in the extra stiffness that makes it handle better. Dollar for dollar, we can't think of anything that offers so much potential performance, or is so easy to install and adjust.
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm
About Ridetech
Ridetech manufactures exciting suspension systems that improve the handling and ride quality of your muscle car, truck, Corvette or hot rod. From restorations and show cars, to high-speed autocross and track day cars, Ridetech offers a wide range of premium products including air suspension systems (air ride), coil-overs, shock absorbers, coil and leaf springs, tubular control arms, roll bars, sway bars and much more.
Vehicle Fitment:
The Vehicle Fitment Guide is to be used as a general reference. The data has been provided by our suppliers and manufacturers and may contain errors or incorrect data. Always refer to a professional to verify correct fitment for your vehicle.
| Make |
Model |
Years |
| Buick |
GS 455 |
1970 - 1972 |
| Buick |
GS |
1970 - 1972 |
| Buick |
Skylark |
1964 - 1972 |
| Buick |
Special |
1964 - 1969 |
| Buick |
Sportwagon |
1964 - 1972 |
| Chevrolet |
Chevelle |
1964 - 1972 |
| Chevrolet |
El Camino |
1964 - 1972 |
| Chevrolet |
Malibu |
1964 - 1967 |
| Chevrolet |
Monte Carlo |
1970 - 1972 |
| Oldsmobile |
442 |
1964 - 1971 |
| Oldsmobile |
Cutlass Supreme |
1967 - 1972 |
| Oldsmobile |
Cutlass |
1964 - 1972 |
| Oldsmobile |
F85 |
1964 - 1972 |
| Oldsmobile |
Vista Cruiser |
1964 - 1972 |
| Pontiac |
GTO |
1964 - 1972 |
| Pontiac |
Grand Prix |
1969 - 1972 |
| Pontiac |
LeMans |
1964 - 1972 |
| Pontiac |
Tempest |
1964 - 1970 |
