How to tell if you need to replace your Shocks!

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by Ikamob01, Jan 27, 2023.

  1. Ikamob01

    Ikamob01 Medium Load Member

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    When i look at my shocks, i can't see any tears and wears or even leaks but if I run over an object, I feel like I need new shocks.
    What other ways can to recognize a bad shock?
     
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  3. lester

    lester Midwest's #1 Feed Hauler

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    Try to avoid running over "objects"?!?

    After driving the truck for a few hours go put your hand on all the shock bodies and see if there is a temperature difference. Cold means not working. Warm working.
    Shocks aren't expensive. If in doubt just replace
     
  4. ducnut

    ducnut Road Train Member

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    Just replace them. The roads being so horrible means shocks don’t last. New ones will be an improvement, regardless.

    I’d thoroughly research them and not just buy whatever the counter guy tells you.
     
  5. ducnut

    ducnut Road Train Member

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    Be sure and replace your cab shocks, too. They make as big of a difference as the suspension’s shocks.
     
  6. gokiddogo

    gokiddogo Road Train Member

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    Cheap, easy to replace, can do it yourself in no time with couple wrenches. I change mine every 2 years or so, maybe 180,000 miles. I like gabriel fleet line.
     
  7. Solid11

    Solid11 Bobtail Member

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    Definitely replacing every year or two. Cheap and easy to do, and in my opinion prevents wear and tear on other parts.
     
  8. Ikamob01

    Ikamob01 Medium Load Member

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    Carb shocks? That might be it. Where's it located?
     
  9. ducnut

    ducnut Road Train Member

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    Ummm, under the cab.

    You need to replace all your shocks as a set.
     
  10. Ikamob01

    Ikamob01 Medium Load Member

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    Yeah I figure that out. Because sometimes when I get out the truck, I hear some hissing sound on and off.
     
  11. jamespmack

    jamespmack Road Train Member

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    Temp gun, compair temps. Handy to walk around and check hub temps also when you first pull in from the road.
     
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