Replacing One Shock
Jul 23, 2013 | 08:11 PM
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Replacing One Shock
If I need to replace one shock and the rest of the existing shocks are almost a year old, would I experience any handling issues since three of the four shocks have had a chance to settle for 10 months, and one is brand new?
Jul 23, 2013 | 08:17 PM
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Jul 23, 2013 | 09:03 PM
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It's more about the mileage on the shocks than the age.
Jul 23, 2013 | 09:04 PM
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Jul 23, 2013 | 10:13 PM
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I think you'd be ok.
Jul 23, 2013 | 10:13 PM
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It should be fine.. if you were racing I would replace a pair, but for the street... it's fine, really.
Jul 23, 2013 | 10:41 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by
Gearhead Jim
I think you'd be ok.
The dealer told me the top shock mount is broken, and they need to replace the shock.
Jul 23, 2013 | 11:30 PM
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"In honor of jpee"
with those relatively few miles, I'd agree w. the above. and it is interesting to note the racing comment re replacing a pair-good call!
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Jul 24, 2013 | 12:01 PM
Melting Slicks
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1 year to most Vettes is @ 3k miles
you will be fine.
Jul 24, 2013 | 11:39 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by
tlr3715
The dealer told me the top shock mount is broken, and they need to replace the shock.
Interesting, thanks.
Replacing One Shock
