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Shocks
I have a 1984 Vet that I bought new,31 years ago,is there a shock I can install that will make the ride a little more comfortable. The car has 71,000 miles is that about the mileage that I should consider changing them,they have never been changed. Tried the old push down on the car and see if it bounces it doesn't,the car is still stiff as it was from day one. Could just be me getting older. If anyone has any suggestions would be greatly appreciated
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I have a 1984 Vet that I bought new,31 years ago,is there a shock I can install that will make the ride a little more comfortable. The car has 71,000 miles is that about the mileage that I should consider changing them,they have never been changed. Tried the old push down on the car and see if it bounces it doesn't,the car is still stiff as it was from day one. Could just be me getting older. If anyone has any suggestions would be greatly appreciated
Let's see just what product is on your car. Since you purchased it new some RPO checks might be interesting and might influence maybe a decision. On your SPID label in the rear storage compartment post all of the 3 digit RPO's that begin with the letter F. Those would identify all of the suspension components I believe to see just how the car was optioned. That information might be used to determine maybe to make a reasonable decision.
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Very common comment of the 84's ride, your only option for a softer ride may be to change to softer springs.
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OR lowering the air pressures first. I believe there might even be a TSB suggesting the reduced tire pressures for those that comment on the "harshness" of the ride. The TSB may have suggested 30 psi. I've not seen it for a while. That is I believe a reduction from 35 psi so it should be certainly felt "seat of pants".
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OR lowering the air pressures first. I believe there might even be a TSB suggesting the reduced tire pressures for those that comment on the "harshness" of the ride. The TSB may have suggested 30 psi. I've not seen it for a while. That is I believe a reduction from 35 psi so it should be certainly felt "seat of pants".
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Fellas thanks for all the info concerning shocks/ride and possible fixes on the 84. Think I will decrease the air pressure in the tires from 35 down to 32 for a start. Won't change the shocks. Going to replace the tires sometime this month,just found the paper work showing the tires will be 10 yrs old soon.Have plenty of tread no signs of dry rot, just thinking the rubber may have become hard . Just have to accept the fact that the 84 has and will always have a stiff ride. One good thing my Financial advisor (Wife ) says it's okay to start my look for a 2005. " Just can't seem to find it in me to let the old girl go. LOL
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Fellas thanks for all the info concerning shocks/ride and possible fixes on the 84. Think I will decrease the air pressure in the tires from 35 down to 32 for a start. Won't change the shocks. Going to replace the tires sometime this month,just found the paper work showing the tires will be 10 yrs old soon.Have plenty of tread no signs of dry rot, just thinking the rubber may have become hard . Just have to accept the fact that the 84 has and will always have a stiff ride. One good thing my Financial advisor (Wife ) says it's okay to start my look for a 2005. " Just can't seem to find it in me to let the old girl go. LOL
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Fellas thanks for all the info concerning shocks/ride and possible fixes on the 84. Think I will decrease the air pressure in the tires from 35 down to 32 for a start. Won't change the shocks. Going to replace the tires sometime this month,just found the paper work showing the tires will be 10 yrs old soon.Have plenty of tread no signs of dry rot, just thinking the rubber may have become hard . Just have to accept the fact that the 84 has and will always have a stiff ride. One good thing my Financial advisor (Wife ) says it's okay to start my look for a 2005. " Just can't seem to find it in me to let the old girl go. LOL
