I just put new motor mounts and transmission mount in my friend’s 1985 300 Turbodiesel. I pulled out the driver’s side motor shock and it was worn out and in need of replacement. He did not get the shocks and said he didn’t want to bother with replacement since he said the car runs quite smooth, shake and shudder free.

Is it critical to replace them or are they somewhat redundant?

keep the bounce under control. it will make your hoses and such last longer.

tom w

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.

The shocks help a lot on shut down. I'd put the old one back at the very least.

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2016 Corvette Stingray 2LT
1969 280SE
2023 Ram 1500
2007 Tiara 3200

I definately reinstalled it.