to replace or not to replace shocks.....

[superman9]

Hey guys. Haven't been on here in a long time. My question is how can you tell shocks are bad or not on. I have bell tech nitros2 in the rear and are maybe 2+yrs old. Front are street performance maybe 1yr old. Help would be appreciated

 

[SBK RACER]

How does it ride???

You are probably used to them performing like they do. Because they go bad ever so slowly. Usually, you will only know how bad they are until you ride on new shocks...

Quality Shocks last about 50,000 miles... If you have cheaper shocks probably 25,000 miles...

If you have big, HEAVY wheels, it will wear your shocks faster, as the shock has to control more load, (weight) at every bump...

If you can afford it, get better shocks you can get... Decent suspension helps, traction, tire wear, braking, comfort, etc, etc...

 

[M Hankel]

^^^^^ Well said. The ntro 2 shocks were junk before they were ever installed. Can't imagine putting up with them for two years. I've never had good luck with Belltech shocks but some guys seem to like the street performance versions.

Mike

 

[superman9]

When I first installed the nitros they rode good, but now it's a bit bouncy and sound like they bottom out? This is my first lowered truck so still new at this stuff. I like how the front feels with the sps. What about springs? How long do those last?

 

[NORCAL SS]

If you have a few minutes pull the rear shocks from lower axle mount and see it you can compress it easy.