Q: How do I know when it’s time to replace my shock absorbers? I saw an ad on TV recently that said my car could be dangerous to drive if I didn’t replace them every 50,000 miles. Is this true? Also I ...

Why you should replace your car's strut mounts at the same time as the suspension struts, and how to recognize the signs of ...

Many auto repair shops and mechanics recommend replacing a car's struts and shocks at the same time. There is some sound reasoning behind that approach as both components can affect a car's handling, ...

The shock absorbers of your Chevrolet Avalanche help to isolate the bed and body from the road as you drive. Without shocks or with worn-out shocks, your truck would ride as if it were a dingy in ...

Replacing your own struts and shocks is a job that requires mid-level automotive repair skills. Most moderately experienced home mechanics and enthusiasts should be able to handle the job with ...

Owning a vehicle always comes with its fair share of difficulties. While you may be lucky and won’t have to undergo repair procedures too often, sometimes it’s a good idea to be prepared. After all, ...

Q I recently bought for my daughter a 1997 Ford T-bird from an acquaintance who bought it new, kept it in great shape and put only 60,000 miles on it. When taking it for an oil change and “inspection, ...

The fastest wearing rear suspension part on 1963-’82 Corvettes is the strut rod bushing. The rubber A-arm bushings in the front suspension last longer because they only deal with rotation about their ...

The old ‘bounce test’ for testing shock absorbers doesn’t apply to struts-a severely worn strut will pass that test with flying colors. Instead, you have to rely on physical inspection and a road test ...

The fastest wearing rear suspension part on 1963-’82 Corvettes is the strut rod bushing. The rubber A-arm bushings in the front suspension last longer because they only deal with rotation about their ...