Suspension Maintenance

[ElMarquis]

I own a 98 MGM and I am planning to replace the shocks. Does anyone recommend any particular brand or type. I feel the current suspension is kinda stiff - I can feel all the little imperfections of the streets.
Any other suspension parts you recommend to be replaced?

Thanks in advance.
El Marquis

[Rutsah]

I like Monroe shocks, they are expensive but very long lived. My gearhead brother claims that Sears sells the same shocks under their name but I ain't finding out about that with one of my cars. Also, if you do go Monroe, you will save a bunch of dough changing them yourself.

[aztowbum]

The best way I've found to replace shocks on any vehicle in a relatively cost effective manner is to watch the Sears circular that usually comes with the Sunday Newspaper.

After being blown out by my local garage with an over $300.00 price I remembered what I've done in the past. The latest Ad I saw was was buy 3 get the 4th one free with instal. I rolled out under $200.00 with 4 new Lifetime shocks and Alignment.

[Davescort97]

I like the less expensive shocks because they give a softer ride than the high priced. If you are feeling every bump in the road it will help to put less air in your tires. 32 would be about right.

[ElMarquis]

Now you are making me double guess. I was about to buy the most expensive ones out there.
I agree that the last time I spent big bucks on shocks, I ended up not really feeling good about the quality of the ride.

Thanks for your input!
ElMarquis