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Life expectancy of original WS6 suspension parts?

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Old May 29, 2007 | 01:31 AM
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Life expectancy of original WS6 suspension parts?

My car has 65k on it now, how much life do my original shocks, springs, and bushings have left in them? When should they be done? The ball joints were done at 55K and the idler arm at 60K. The wheel bearings are going to be done this coming weekend. Is there anything else that I'm forgetting that needs attention? Thanks in advance guys.

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Old May 29, 2007 | 04:34 AM
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Re: Life expectancy of original WS6 suspension parts?

Your shocks and struts are long gone, believe me. Springs might be worn, same with bushings. quality shocks and strusts will amaze you
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Old May 29, 2007 | 04:39 AM
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Re: Life expectancy of original WS6 suspension parts?

Originally Posted by anthony64ss
Your shocks and struts are long gone, believe me. Springs might be worn, same with bushings. quality shocks and strusts will amaze you
Having rebuilt my car's entire suspension and front end I can personally vouch for this statement. Your stuff is almost 20 years old and should be pretty well shot regardless of mileage. Springs may be good, but depending on your style you may just want to do them too while you're under there. It's relatively cheap to buy 4 new springs just a pain to install the 2 fronts.

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