Can I change air ride shocks to regular shocks?

Tiny
VINOPONTIAC
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  • 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA
  • 3.5L
  • V6
  • 2WD
  • 190,000 MILES
I have rear shocks that use an air compressor for suspension. Can I replace them with standard shocks?Will it affect how the vehicle drives?
Tuesday, January 19th, 2021 AT 7:35 AM

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Tiny
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Good afternoon,

The only thing that will change is the ride height in the rear end of the van. With a load, it will not stay the same as with the air shocks. It will sink a little.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-shock-absorber

Roy

Shock Absorber Replacement (All Wheel Drive)

Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.

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2. Use a utility stand in order to slightly compress the coil spring and relieve tension on the shock absorber.
3. If the vehicle is equipped with automatic level control, disconnect the air tube connector from the shock absorber.

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4. Remove the shock absorber upper bolt (1) and nut (2).
5. Remove the shock absorber lower nut (3).
6. Remove the shock absorber.
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Tuesday, January 19th, 2021 AT 12:10 PM

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