When to replace the shocks?

So my taco seems really "bouncy".... It's got 120k on it, and without the truck here to go snap some pics of it, I can only guess it's got the stock suspension components as the previous owner used it for long-distance travel.

So how long does suspension components last?

 

I wouldn't be surprised at all if your shocks were bad at 120k. Bouncy ride? sure sounds like that's the issue.

 

Yeah bouncy would be the shocks. If it cant hold weight either then its the leafs too. Or springs up front

 

cost-effective solutions??

 

Subbed...considering Sears free install on Rancho shocks....no hijack, just throwing it out there.

 

I have some stock trd sport shocks if you want it. It has 50k on it and will prob last another 50 more. Just pay for shipping. Shocks have some minor rust though.

 

Check them for leaks. Also, push down hard on the front and and rear. If it has a couple rebounds of rapidly decreasing height, they're good. If it bounces for awhile, replace.
Your tires will show signs of bad shocks, if it's been bad for awhile. Cupped tread and uneven wear spots are good signs of bad shocks.
120k? shocks are probably shot.

 

Checking the tires isn't gonna do me any good.... they need replacing as well

Guess I'm gonna have to start reading up on what/where/how and all that concerning suspensions