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Old 11-15-2009, 11:56 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Do I need new shocks???

54k on the car... I upgraded to HR springs about a month ago... I understand that the ride will be a bit more lively but it's a bit over the top... Could the shocks be the problem?

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Bump... someone has to have some knowledge somewhere...
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..OK..why do you think you need new shocks?
..is your front end bottoming out when you hit a bump?
..same as above but for the rears..
...have you taken a good look at them and see if they are leaking...or are the rubber bushings wore out?
...some more info will help the patients...

jetfuel...bumpity bump..
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Do you bounce after a bump?
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I would highly suggest yes you do need new shocks
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No... they look fine... it's just a VERY bumpy ride... that and the maintenance guide says replace at 50k if I remember correctly
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I would highly suggest yes you do need new shocks
You just want the commission....
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You just want the commission....
I find that funny as I make no money off smart since I no longer work as a service advisor for smart. How would I make commission?????? By what you are saying about the ride you need shocks mine is not bumpy to drive, rough every now and then yes. I would not even suggest to buy smart struts and shocks ata ll by something better quality and alot softer
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...was your ride this "bumpy" before the HHR swap?

jetfuel...bumpty bump X 2
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mine is not bumpy to drive,
..your car is also carrying 1/3 of the load that Dracha is..

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