:sex0rs: I just got my truck back for the third time from my dealer. My shock toping out problem has not been solved. Nissan USA asked me to bring it back and have them try to fix the issue. The dealer said every 08 Titan in their lot did the same thing! And that was it! I'm waiting for Nissan USA to call be back to see what needs to be done. This is the third time so my Lemon Law now can be inforced. If anyone has any info PLEASE INFORM ME. I love my truck and paid good money for it, I wanna keep it, Please help.
08SE
This is a problem on every titan made. The shock is the limiting factor for droop travel. I doubt that they'll do anything for you.
You'll hear a loud bang or clunk when going over a speed bump or something similar. First, the suspension will compress when you initially hit the bump. Next, as you go across the bump and the suspension begins to rebound, combined with the truck now being 'across' the bump, the suspension is forced downward to it's limits, which just so happens to be limited by the shock itself. The shock 'tops' out and prevents the suspension from drooping any further. The clucking sound is the shock topping out/destroying itself.gksmith said:
Originally Posted by PrerunnerGreg
all shocks (even air shocks) use oil for damping, so they are all hydraulic. As for the stock shocks, instead of nitrogen or a spring to keep the oil in its place, they use a piece of cellular foam to act as a spring. as the foam breaks down (ususally in weeks) the shock will loose performance.
I haven't noticed that problem yet but I baby my titan still 
but it does sag heavily in the back like an L.A. gangbanger when i haul some cargo around.
but it does sag heavily in the back like an L.A. gangbanger when i haul some cargo around.
For a small investment into some Bilsteins, I no longer have that issue.
Good Luck, you might want to go buy some shocks!!
Good Luck, you might want to go buy some shocks!!
Here's a technical question for you.........jaimr said:
What is the purpose of shocks a vehicle?
Answer that, and you will no why it's important.
The point is the shock will destroy itself in a matter of a very short time! The entrance to my gym has 4 large speed bumps, I get my clunk at 5mph. I get passed on the speed bumps. The shock will start to leak at the seals. "just a matter of time". I have 3,914 miles on my 08 SE CC. Lemon Laws vary from state to state. Mine states that if it effects the safety of my truck/car (a blown shock will increase my stopping distance) or if it effects the resale value it can be Lemon Lawed. Would you buy a slightly used Nissan Titan with 4,000 miles and 2 sets of leaky shocks that will you get you sea sick on highway voyage?:computern
08SE said:
They won't start leaking. They'll just ride worth crap, like they already are.
and yes, I'd buy a slightly used nissan with crappo shocks.
your best bet is to suck it up, spend $240 and get a set of Bilstein Replacement shocks from PRG Products.
Yes, I would buy a slightly used Titan with leaky shocks since I would replace the shocks anyway. You may be able to push for replacement shocks from the dealer. You are under 12,000 miles so if you kick and scream enough they should replace them since they have worn so fast. This is not the answer to the problem, but may buy you some time until you get some funds to replace the OEM shock with an upgraded product.08SE said:
haven't noticed it on my 08, then again, mine is lowered with the McGaughy's 2/3 kit, so I am not going over speed bumps at any great speeds
I am in the mix to replace the rears though
I am in the mix to replace the rears though
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