Rough roads, Pocono potholes, and harsh winters take a toll on your suspension. Mike's keeps your ride smooth, stable, and safe — from shocks to steering racks.
Your vehicle's suspension and steering systems work together to keep your tires on the road, your ride comfortable, and your vehicle responding accurately when you steer. Worn suspension components increase braking distances, cause uneven tire wear, and can make your vehicle dangerous to handle — especially on the winding, hilly roads of Pike County and the Pocono Mountains.
Pike County and northeastern PA roads are notorious for frost heaves, potholes, and uneven pavement — especially after winter. Every pothole is a shock to your struts, control arms, and ball joints. If you've hit a significant pothole or curb, or if your vehicle is pulling, bouncing, or making new noises, have your suspension inspected at Mike's before small issues become major repairs.
If your vehicle bounces more than once or twice after a bump, sways during turns, or nose-dives under braking, your shocks and struts may be worn. Shocks and struts are typically inspected every 50,000 miles.
A worn ball joint can fail suddenly, causing the wheel to collapse outward — an extremely dangerous situation at any speed. If you hear clunking from the front suspension, have it inspected immediately.
Pulling can be caused by misalignment, uneven tire pressure, worn tie rods, or a brake issue. We'll diagnose the actual cause and fix it correctly — not just guess and replace parts.
Yes — almost always. Any time suspension or steering components are replaced, an alignment should follow to ensure your tires wear evenly and your vehicle tracks straight.