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Rides like a truck 850 1995

Actually, the 855T is a bit rougher than an F350. I have no records with this 180K project. The shocks/struts can't possibly be original, there is absolutely no nose dive at a stop sign. The product plate has GGXHEUS, the GG is probably standard springs. Front and rear are level, both measure 24 inches from the center cap to the fender opening.

I checked the strut seats and they are snug, so reasonably new.

I am comparing the ride to a 1996 854, NA. Probably not fair, but the miles are the same.

Should I go for new struts/shocks? How about progressive springs, are they made for a wagon? The ride above 40mph is real nice. I am just tired of feeling a bump when I cross over a telephone pole shadow.

EDIT:

Or, perhaps I should first replace every suspension bushing, front and rear. They are all 20 years old.

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