IS it time for new shocks

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Oct 19, 2005 | 08:05 PM

wycowboy

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IS it time for new shocks

I have a 97-350 PSD it ahs 195K on the clock, and I think origonal "black" shocks, the truck has been worked pretty hard, I had to replace the rear cab mount bushings when I got it. so that gives you an Idea of how hard this truck has been rocked around. Is it time to repalce the shocks?? there is no oil leaking but I guess it could be al gone.. HowdoI tell if my shocks are bad. thanks j

Oct 20, 2005 | 10:03 AM

chmath

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From: jax. florida

If you are running the original shocks after 195K miles I would replace them...The are a wear item and your ride quality will improve..

Oct 20, 2005 | 02:58 PM

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Should I do all 4?? or just the fronts' they arnt too cheep. I was thinking blistins. and ti looks like I canget them for 250$ for all 4. thanksJ

Oct 20, 2005 | 03:38 PM

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I would do all 4 at the same time .... If they have that many miles on them they have outlived there lifespan..... Blistins are very good shocks...

Oct 20, 2005 | 10:12 PM

wycowboy

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thanks for your input. I'll start shopping J

Oct 20, 2005 | 10:12 PM

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If you got 195K out of the originals, that must be a record. Definately do all four. When you put the new ones on, you are going to be in for quite a surprise. If the front end is still tight, the old dog will ride like a new puppy. If your truck has a shimmy shock on it, I would replace it too. Blistens are a good choice.