shocking news
Hi Folks,
I'm new here to the Tahoe forum, but not new to cars. In my humble experience, it is hard to tell if a shock absorber is ok or not, without taking it off the vehicle. A gas shock may have leaked its gas and you can't tell. An oil shock may have a tell tale stain on it. Even bounce testing on the bumper doesn't always work. Get the shock off and try to compress it. Then try the same test with a new shock, you will see what I mean.
My 1999 Tahoe rode really harsh and was no fun to ride in on a bumpy road. I changed all 4 shocks this week. Back pair was totally blown. The ride was still BAD. Today, I got rid of the 31 x 10.5 x 15 truck tires with 6 ply sidewalls, and put on some stock size P235's....the ride is WAY better. Those sidewalls flex out and really soak up the bumps!
Now all I need is an after market rear sway bar, and new sway bar bushings up front and I'll be set to cruise in comfort.
Take it easy,
Redwood:cya: