It is quite possible that some of the bushes that hold the various
suspension bits in place are starting to get worn. Anywhere there is a
direct attachment to the body, there will be some sort of bush, rubber of
poly and these are not meant to last forever. If they get sufficiently
stuffed, then they transmit the road shock directly to the cabin instead of
the rubber absorbing it.

The only way to see is to jack your car up and have a good look underneath.
Sometimes you might have to remove pieces to see if the rubbers are
knackered.

Alternatively you might just tell a suspension shop to replace all the
suspension bushes when the shocks are done?

Regards
Stephen
"Josh" > wrote in message
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> Hello all
>
> I have a 98 Grand Cherokee Laredo (4.0) that I have owned for about 4
> years. Recently, the ride has been increasingly worse. I notice
> every bump now, and it feels like I have a very uncomfortable ride.
>
> I know very little about suspension, but I figured some new shocks
> might help. I have 80,000 miles, and I dont believe that any
> suspension work was done prior to when I purchased it.
>
> I cant explain it too well, but it's basically the feeling that I am
> directly attached to the frame every time I hit a bump or even small
> pot hole.
>
> I have the stock 15" wheels, with some basic all purpose tires.
>
> I am just wondering if anyone could give me some suspension pointers,
> or suggestions as to how I may improve the ride of my Jeep. Will
> shocks help? Or should I look at a more agressive option like springs
> or somethign else?
>
> Any help is greatly appreciated.
>
> Thank you,
> Josh