When to replace Shocks?

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04-05-2013, 09:25 PM

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Ed Hughes

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Originally Posted by RFMASSA

Thanks. I did do that test and so did the facility where I get my work done on the car. They said the shocks seemed fine, and said no need to replace them. And this was from the owner of the place who has a 993 C4, so he knows the car.

So I guess I save some money for now.

That is so unscientific. Mine "passed" the bounce test, this is an age-old alleged test of shocks, but it means nothing on Porsches-maybe Buicks and Cadillacs. When I put the new shocks on, it was like a new car. Stock Porsche shocks in the 993 era, weren't the best for longevity.

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04-05-2013, 10:52 PM

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M030 springs with HDs can be too stiff for some

Speaking for myself my car with that setup is not too stiff, at all,, it's just that the ride compliance sucks.

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04-06-2013, 10:09 AM

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Speaking for myself my car with that setup is not too stiff, at all,, it's just that the ride compliance sucks.

Good point!
That is normally the issue for those who don't like the combo

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04-07-2013, 07:23 PM

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He did also take the car out for a test drive with me and looked for leaks. as well.
I'd have to drive another 993 with newer shock to see for myself. Thanks.

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