clixanup said:
How old were the shock absorbers in it? You're supposed to change them every 40,000km, but people never do.
That's a new one on me,
I have never heard of any requirement to do that (it's more often than most people change their tyres). Wouldn't Holden put it in the service schedule to be changed every 40kk? That way the would be able to slug you for a new set of shocks every couple of years? It would also pretty much negate their warranty obligations for shocks as it would come under "normal wear and tear", just like spark leads etc.....
vy2ber said:
Well its ready to clock 60000 in the next few days. It may be that they just need replacing.
If you are worried about the condition of your shocks, why not take them into a suspension specialist and get them checked. A number of shops (Pedders for example) can do a shock absorber test for less than $20 and they give you a printed report. If there is a problem identified, take it to the Holden dealer and see just how prepared to argue he is then. :devil:
Further to that, in my experience, shock absorbers normally become "soft" when they wear out. ie. they loose their gas or oil media and cease to be effective at dampening the vertical movement of your suspension components. As a result, the ride gets "springy" or "bouncy" as opposed to "bumpy" (which is what firm suspension will give you). Also, it is unusual for all four shocks to clap out at once.........
I'm sure that if I'm wrong someone will correct me.