Help with ZW7 Nivomat conversion

[swathdiver]

Does this look like a Nivomat?

No!

I thought legit Sachs Nivomat’s were only on the GMT800’s.

Correct! I used to think they were on the 900s and was wrong.

Thanks for the replies. I have the ZW7 View attachment 252240 View attachment 252241 code. What the hell? Now I don’t even know what the hell I have.

Plain and simple shocks. Lucky that you can still see your part numbers too! Talk to Rene @915_Tahoe if you're looking to make sure or see if there's a newer number available.

 

[Captain Insaino]

Thanks for all of the help. Ordered the shocks and spacers. I should have everything installed in a couple of weeks. Having a hard time finding cheap new isolators that aren't poly. Seems like a recipe for squeaks. Looks like two separate part #'s for top and bottom.

just in case anyone is looking for the part numbers for the insulators....

 

[akbrener]

I have a 2019 LT with ZW7.. has regular shocks out back. I initially ran a Rough Country 2" front level with a 1" rear spacer.

I also have a 2008 that i put back to factory height and swapped my MOOG 80169 springs onto the 2019.

Identical ride height as a 1" spacer. Its a firmer ride but not harsh at all. I really like the way the MOOG springs feel. With the factory shocks there is still a bounce but it is controlled/contained. stock springs are quite soft

 

[trailblazer]

The unanswered question here is: Can we install GMT800 genuine Nivomat’s on our GMT900’s?
I suppose length would be a factor...

 

[Captain Insaino]

I have a 2019 LT with ZW7.. has regular shocks out back. I initially ran a Rough Country 2" front level with a 1" rear spacer.

I also have a 2008 that i put back to factory height and swapped my MOOG 80169 springs onto the 2019.

Identical ride height as a 1" spacer. Its a firmer ride but not harsh at all. I really like the way the MOOG springs feel. With the factory shocks there is still a bounce but it is controlled/contained. stock springs are quite soft

I think I read another thread where you may have posted this and I seriously considered it. A good option to spacers. I've already received my spacers and 3 out of the 4 insulators. Last Saturday I got tired of waiting and installed the 5100's in back just because it was quick and easy. The ride difference over the rear stockers is amazing! All of the boat rock, wallowing lateral sway and rebound is cured! Everything I hated about the ride is gone. So much more pleasant to drive.
Hopefully I'll get the spacers in by this weekend.

 

[Captain Insaino]

The unanswered question here is: Can we install GMT800 genuine Nivomat’s on our GMT900’s?
I suppose length would be a factor...

Seems it might raise the rideheight somewhat and possibly compromise a little shock travel. Very interesting question.

 

[BlackYukon]

How much would it raise the rear if you installed the Moog 81069 Springs and the 5100 shock's together? Around 2" inches?

 

[Captain Insaino]

How much would it raise the rear if you installed the Moog 81069 Springs and the 5100 shock's together? Around 2" inches?

The rear Bilstein 5100's only ALLOW for 1" extra travel (internally) via a lift such as spacers or springs, so 1" with Moog 81069 and 5100's.