Quote Originally Posted by gexxo18 View Post
Ok guys, let me be the first to say that I am not a car whiz, so please keep the responses in a tone I will understand :-)

I have a 99 ebony, that just crossed 55,000 miles. How do you determine when you need new shocks? The car has always felt somewhat stiff and squeaky, and from what I have read this seems normal.

The reason I ask is that there are a few sets of shocks for sale on ebay and I am wondering if these would alter the ride/sound.

Thanks again
Hello: Stiff Yes, Squeaky not really. It looks like you've been a VX owner for a few years so you know about the firm ride. A test I would try is at the front of the VX ( with the hood up and push on the Radiator support to not dent the hood) push down hard and the VX should bounce about 3 times and fade to a smooth stop. If it keeps bouncing I would say replace and do the same at the rear. Also a visual inspection and if there's oil coming from under the OEM boots that is a sign also... If you do have the Original shocks or your VX and you do replace them I will take them off your hands...Good luck.