On my 1984 Camaro Sport Coupe, I found that under the bumper there is an air valve that when filled with air raises the rear shocks. Theres just a little hole cut out with the valve and two air tubes running to each shock.

Was this an original stock feature?

Thanks.

 

No.

JamesC

 

Back in the 80's where I grew up it was all the rage for the kids to put air shocks on the back of their car to raise to back end. It was 'Cool'. I remember having them on a Rustang I had. I only had the back end lifted for about two weeks before I set them back to a normal ride height. I would not be surprised if this is why you happen to have them on your car. Thankfully that phase of my life is long gone.

 

Check the upper shock mounts CAREFULLY for already being punched out of the floor pan.

 

There IS at least ONE valid reason for air shocks on a 3rd Gen.
Have you ever tried to carry 2 bicycles on the back, w/a bumper mount ?
They sit VERY close to the ground, and scrape the ground a LOT.
(Speaking from experience). Let's hope this is why it has air shocks.