Should I replace both shocks at the same time?

v638sg7k1a92bx

My car failed NCT on the Suspension test:

Front axel nearside was 79Mm, Offside was 42Mm, an imbalance of 47%.

Should I get both axels done or just the front left? Any ideas on how much something like this would cost?

jimgoose

Always replace front/back shocks in pairs. Ideally you'd do all four. Prices vary - what sort of car is it?

colm_mcm

Do the front pair anyway.

porsche boy

Yes, now wait for some bloody fool to come along to tell you just to replace one...

JohnBoy26

Get the two front shock absorbers replaced. You don't need to get the ones at the rear done at the same time, provided they have passed the nct and are in good condition.

v638sg7k1a92bx

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jimgoose wrote: »

Always replace front/back shocks in pairs. Ideally you'd do all four. Prices vary - what sort of car is it?

Thanks, it's a 2008 Volvo S80.

v638sg7k1a92bx

Any idea how much it should cost to get the front pair of shocks done for a 2008 Volvo S80?

visual

Type your reg into micksgarage.com for a price.

Or search ebay but remember to factor in postage.