The nitrogen sphere accumulators lose their charge over time. Since there isnt hardly any nitrogen left in them there is no gaseous component to the hydrostruts. The only thing that is in the hydrostruts is the hydraulic fluid. Since fluid doesnt compress there is no damping/shock effect to them anymore. Hence, the feeling of every bump and also the feel of too much air in the tires.

Take a look at the hydrostruts also. You shouldn't see any fluid around them. They should be bone dry. The hyrdostruts are very expensive. They cost in the neighborhood of $600-$800 to have one replaced.

Good luck,

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