1999 Pontiac Grand Prix Gt 101,000 miles

MAJICCHUCK

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1999 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX

I own a 99 pontiac grand prix with a 101,000 miles. I've always kept the car in great condition. Recently I noticed a change in the ride quality. I took it to the dealer and had struts, strut mounts, boots, stablizer bar replaced. Afterwards, I noticed that the ride still was hard and bottoming out. I later had the rear springs replaced. This still did not solve the problem. Is there anything I can do to get my car back riding smooth?

thanks
Chuck

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CANVIS69

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You handled the problem wrong. You went to a dealer.

It could be a worn/missing strut cushion. It could be worn components. If you are saying the rides too harsh, new struts tend to be harder then old ones. Are there noises? If your complaint was that it was to stiff, and there wear no problems, you just made it even stiffer. I think you have a suspension problem and that is your real complaint. Dealers will sell you anything. You need to check out:
The control arm bushings, ball joints, and that the strut cushion was ok if reused or if it was replaced. Also Make sure that any bump stops are not torn or missing. Finally, make sure that the tires are not over/ under inflated.
It's hard to diagnose a suspension without seeing it or feeling it. But if it is noticeably off, any suspension problems would be found in those parts.