MichelleTan_160477 Neutral Newbie August 3, 2015 Share August 3, 2015 Any idea how much mileage can they lasts? I heard Engine Mountings can last about 120 K. wonder if its true ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunny Hypersonic August 3, 2015 Share August 3, 2015 Depends on user Too many times "happening" in dark places in ride Too fast over humps Heavy loads Will cause some premature wear But 10year Coe,sure need change at least once Change when Kaputz ..can't eastimage by mileage imho 5 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nazerath Turbocharged August 3, 2015 Share August 3, 2015 (edited) Too many times "happening" in dark places in ride Change when Kaputz ..imho Lol duracell rabbit? Edited August 3, 2015 by nazerath 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zxcvb Turbocharged August 3, 2015 Share August 3, 2015 Any idea how much mileage can they lasts? I heard Engine Mountings can last about 120 K. wonder if its true About there. By 120K, shock absorbers, wheel bearings, tyre, engine mounting will eventually need to be replaced. It's all wear and tear, just like shoes and slippers. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kklee 6th Gear August 4, 2015 Share August 4, 2015 Any idea how much mileage can they lasts? I heard Engine Mountings can last about 120 K. wonder if its true IIRC. my Chevrolet Optra front shocks lasted > 150k km and rear shocks > 250k km. The front shocks can actually last longer, I changed out for troubleshooting steering issue. Can't recall on the engine mountings. I attribute their longevity to the matching of tyres and rims. I was on stock sports rims and the tyres I change matches closest to the stock tyres. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Splynx Clutched August 11, 2015 Share August 11, 2015 (edited) usually last 5 years depend your usage. If your ride is a off peak car, sure your usage of the car is low, hence less wear and tear on the spare parts. My bro's car 200k mileage and has changed several things like mountings, brake caliper pump, shock absorbers and cooling fan etc... can't really remember also.... Edited August 11, 2015 by Splynx Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DerekBrain August 25, 2015 Share August 25, 2015 Life span of shock absorbers depends on the running of vehilce.If your vehicle is frequently in use and has done 50,000 kms or above it requires changing, otherwise it makes stand your vehicle at any time on the road. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buadongdong Twincharged August 25, 2015 Share August 25, 2015 How do we know when is the absorbers, suspension is due for a change? Engine mounting easier to detect as the steering wheel will vibrate excessively. Absorbers?? Any indications? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ER-3682 Twincharged August 25, 2015 Share August 25, 2015 How do we know when is the absorbers, suspension is due for a change? Engine mounting easier to detect as the steering wheel will vibrate excessively. Absorbers?? Any indications? When the shock absorbers are gone,the car will drive like a 'boat',means,hit a bump,the car becomes unsettle,like riding on waves... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
flashbang Turbocharged August 25, 2015 Share August 25, 2015 Examine the shock absorbers for any leaks. Else, it's based on your feeling. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigershark1976 Turbocharged August 25, 2015 Share August 25, 2015 Any idea how much mileage can they lasts? I heard Engine Mountings can last about 120 K. wonder if its true Its depends mainly on driver, My Vios engine mounting changed around 200K... my absorber? coming to 300K and yet to change... 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesHarry Neutral Newbie September 5, 2015 Share September 5, 2015 Generally if you are continuously driving your vehicle in hilly areas or rough roads because of the nature of your work and while driving your vehicle you feel that it is not running smooth and giving jerks and jumps it might be because of shock absorber and in such cases lifespan of shock absorbers are nearly 8 months to 1 year. Get it checked by mechanic and if needs replacement, replace it for its smooth running. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
analogue_sound Neutral Newbie September 18, 2015 Share September 18, 2015 The shock absorbers on my Honda stream lasted close to 180K km. First tell tale sign , my exhaust rubbed against the rear curb of parking lot whenever I was carrying full load (6 to 7 person in the car). After some time, when I crossed a bump at speed around 20kmh, I heard metal sound indicating that the base is rubbing against the bump, The verdict come when I did my 12 points check and the mechanic pointed to me a crack shock cover and leaky shocks. In Singapore, we will typically change out the shock. Interestingly there is a business out there in Malaysia, reworking on worn out shocks. Obviously the weakest link on a shock is the rubber seal which started aging after 5 -7 years, resulting to oil leaking out from the shock and subsequently shock failed. I spent RM 400 (If I recalled right,which equivalent to S$150 then) to repair my shocks. They are not perform as good as it used to be. I think the number of compression the spring undergone could be the key contributor. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DerekBrain September 21, 2015 Share September 21, 2015 This very much depends on the running of your vehicle. If your vehicle is continuously running it will be better to replace it after doing 75000 kms only if it appears to you that its running condition is going somewhat bad. If your vehicle gets old and it has not run much, then in such case also, shock absorbers condition become worse between 6 to 10 years, because of rust or oil leakage. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ichibawa 5th Gear September 22, 2015 Share September 22, 2015 It all depends on the abuse that is subjected to the absorbers. Naturally it should last you more than 10K in Sg context 20K as roads are smooth as silk. Do make sure that your bump stop and dust cover is in proper working condition else you may face valve failures and leakages very soon. It is not advisable to reman your absorbers as the sealing force and concentricity of the product may be compromised. These may result in squeaking or knocking noise even though you have a perfectly normal looking absorbers. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesHarry Neutral Newbie September 22, 2015 Share September 22, 2015 It depends on the running of your vehicle and how perfect driver is driving the vehicle. Your vehicle will itself provides you with the indication, when it is to be changed Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kurty Supercharged August 18, 2016 Share August 18, 2016 (edited) About there. By 120K, shock absorbers, wheel bearings, tyre, engine mounting will eventually need to be replaced. It's all wear and tear, just like shoes and slippers. sorry, wanna ask about absorbers etc.. as I renew my car for another 10years. 150k mileage.. it served me well and I thought I should reward it. my lower arms and bush are fine. Had a check and replaced engine mounting - changed. bearing just changed.. as for shock absorber - front, used for 10 years. rear, for 5 years. absorber mount, need to change? does spring has a lifespan? funny is my absorber no leak.. still ok, just the rear tyre will hit when I ferry 2 adult at rear.. using wider tyre. don't ask me to bring to workshop.. been to a few and they don't even look.. just tell me to change everything as an answer Edited August 18, 2016 by Kurty Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Volvobrick Supersonic August 18, 2016 Share August 18, 2016 Questions are: Is there any noise when moving or going over undulations? Does the car feel "floaty" when traveling at higher speed? Does your steering feel "loose"? If the answers are all "No", save your money and do nothing. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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