OEM Shocks

[redeldo]

The Dynasty has 46000 miles now and I am thinking of replacing the front shocks. The trip to Myrtle Beach was quite harsh on road/bridge seams.

At what mileage do the OEM shocks tend to wear out and need replacing? Any suggestions and where to order?

Wayne

[redeldo]

The Dynasty has 46000 miles now and I am thinking of replacing the front shocks. The trip to Myrtle Beach was quite harsh on road/bridge seams.

At what mileage do the OEM shocks tend to wear out and need replacing? Any suggestions and where to order?

Wayne

[Dutch Star Don]

The OEM shocks were terrible when new. Most have been changing to the Koni FSD's. I did and love them. They reduced the sharp chop by 90%. They are pricey.....about $150.00 each x 8.

[DocUSAF]

Wow, I've been wondering why my ride was so harsh. Guess we all better look at dumping the old/brand new factory installed shocks. To bad the upgrade shock version isn't offered at the factory. Doc

[BHEMOTH]

My 2008 Diplomat came with Monroe shocks, I changed them out at 7000 miles replacing them with Bilstein Comfort shocks and they are a marked improvement. Great control and not harsh. The Monroe's, when removed, were so weak that I could compress and extend them by hand very easily. The harsh ride that DocUSAF is experiencing may be the same as I experienced, no shocks!

I believe the Dynasty comes with heavy duty Bilstein's, (the Comfort shocks likely can't handle the weight of a Dynasty) and are guaranteed for as long as you own the vehicle (provided you are the original owner). Perhaps Bilstein will replace or repair them for you.

If not I would take MonacoDon's advice and seek out a set of Koni's, they are getting rave reviews.