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CVD
Explorer
Sep 10, 2013

When To Replace Shocks – Freightliner XC

Should I replace my shocks because they are ~15 years old? They show no signs of wear/leak. I haven’t noticed any deterioration in the ride. But I don’t drive it daily, don’t know if the ride should be improved (rig has 50k miles).

Most of the posts I read about owners being surprised at ride improvement after new shocks, are for Ford or Workhorse chassis. My guess is that shock behavior is more critical on a leaf spring suspension than on the air bag suspension that I have. Correct?
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  • Big_Katuna's avatar
    Big_Katuna
    Explorer II
    Sep 10, 2013
    I have an XC 2005 and would like to replace the fronts with new shocks.
    I think mine wallows too much.
  • fltrker's avatar
    fltrker
    Explorer
    Sep 10, 2013
    It is more like this, shocks are working almost every minute of every hour. Unless ya have it with all the weight completely off of the wheels and tires.
    They are worn out

    Especially if they are the original and Oem shocks.
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  • wolfe10's avatar
    wolfe10
    Explorer
    Sep 10, 2013
    Go over a regular parking lot speed bump at normal low speed.

    If an axle bounces more than 1.5 times, replace them.

    Also replace them if there is wear/looseness in the bushing or oil leak (not just damp, but leaking).

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