1996 Buick Riviera Need to replace air compressor for rear

1996 BUICK RIVIERA
125,000 MILES • V8 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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BCATTANEA
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Do I need to replace air compressor for rear suspension ($500 part) or can I replace air shocks with standard shocks in rear of auto.
May 22, 2008 at 3:20 PM
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MERLIN2021
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You cannot find regular shocks to fit...these are air struts, and if you google american air suspension, replacement stuff there may be cheaper...
May 22, 2008 at 3:28 PM
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