how to tell if shocks & struts r bad?
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03-17-2011, 01:56 PM
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That is actually a very good way to tell. They are very low quality units. It's a wonder they made it out of warranty with that junk. They may be leaking, the car may bounce over bumps, and it will ride like absolute crap compared to the same car with good shocks. I changed out a lot of parts at the same time but I was truly stunned at the dramatic difference in ride quality, handling, and :gasp: even ride comfort.
03-19-2011, 10:21 PM
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Jounce and Rebound test. Bounce the back end abotu 5 or 6 times, pretty hard. On a final "Push" let go when you are reaching the top. If it bounces more than two or three times AFTER you let go, your shocks are done.
If the SPRINGS are sagging, you will have inconsistent ride height measurements. -Not sitting level. Measure from the top of the wheel well to the ground on all 4 corners. Or on a sub frame spot to the ground. Springs typically don't "go bad." They'll sag before they'll break (Coil springs.) LEAF springs are a different story and are mostly used on trucks or heavier vehicles. (Sorry Vette)
If the SPRINGS are sagging, you will have inconsistent ride height measurements. -Not sitting level. Measure from the top of the wheel well to the ground on all 4 corners. Or on a sub frame spot to the ground. Springs typically don't "go bad." They'll sag before they'll break (Coil springs.) LEAF springs are a different story and are mostly used on trucks or heavier vehicles. (Sorry Vette)
03-19-2011, 11:37 PM
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