1997 Disco - do i need to replace all four shocks

1997 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY

100 MILES • V8 • 4WD

SCOTT

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my front left shock just gave out. my mechanic says to replace all four, at least the front two.

i say wait till the two back ones go. any thoughts?

bonus question: what should this cost, parts and labor for 2 or all 4 shocks?
thanks,

scott

Feb 18, 2011 at 10:51 PM

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MHPAUTOS

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Just do the fronts, if the rear are fine leave them, pricing will depend on what shocks you get labour will be around 1 hr a corner, average shock price about $100.00 each better gas shockers will be more.

mark (mhpautos)

Feb 19, 2011 at 1:25 AM

SCOTT

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thanks,

did just that.

Feb 19, 2011 at 3:45 AM