Suspension Service & Repair in Angola, IN
Shocks & Struts • Steering & Handling • Air Ride Suspension • Hydraulic Suspension • Uneven Tire Wear Fixes
A healthy suspension keeps your vehicle stable, comfortable, and safe. If you’re hearing clunks, feeling vibration, noticing uneven tire wear, or your vehicle is sagging, it’s time for a professional inspection. At Lonsbury Garage in Angola, IN, we provide complete suspension diagnostics and repair for conventional systems as well as air ride and hydraulic suspension. We test first, then recommend the most cost-effective fix to restore ride quality and handling.
Common Suspension Symptoms We Diagnose
If you notice any of these issues, schedule a suspension inspection:
- Clunking or knocking over bumps or when turning
- Bouncy ride or excessive body roll
- Steering pull or wandering on the highway
- Vibration felt in the steering wheel or seat
- Nose-diving when braking or squat during acceleration
- Uneven tire wear (cupping, feathering, inside/outside wear)
- Sagging or leaning (rear end low, one corner down)
- Fluid leaks near shocks/struts or hydraulic components
Suspension Diagnostics That Prevent Guesswork
Suspension concerns can overlap with tires, alignment, and steering components—so testing matters. Our diagnostic approach may include:
- Road test to verify noise, vibration, and handling symptoms
- Visual inspection of shocks, struts, springs, bushings, joints, and mounts
- Steering component checks (tie rods, ball joints, wheel bearings)
- Ride height measurements to identify sagging or leveling concerns
- Tire wear evaluation for alignment and suspension clues
- Scan and electrical checks for vehicles with active/controlled suspension (as equipped)
Suspension Repairs We Commonly Perform
After diagnosis, we’ll walk you through options and priorities. Depending on what we find, repairs may include:
- Shock replacement to reduce bounce and improve control
- Strut replacement (including mounts and bearing plates when needed)
- Spring service for sagging ride height and load support
- Control arms and bushings to correct looseness and poor alignment retention
- Ball joints to restore safe steering and front-end stability
- Sway bar links and bushings to fix clunks and improve cornering control
- Steering linkage repairs (tie rods and related components)
- Post-repair alignment when suspension geometry is affected
Air Ride Suspension Service (Air Springs, Compressors, Leaks)
Air suspension systems can provide a smooth ride and automatic leveling—but when issues appear, they can cause sagging, harsh ride, warning lights, or compressor overwork. We diagnose and service common air ride concerns such as:
- Air spring / air bag leaks (cracking, dry rot, loose fittings)
- Compressor problems (noisy, running constantly, not building pressure)
- Air dryer / moisture issues affecting system reliability
- Valve block / solenoid faults causing uneven leveling
- Ride height sensor issues (incorrect readings or calibration needs)
- Air line leaks and fitting repairs
If your vehicle sits low overnight or one corner drops, we’ll locate the leak and verify system performance so you’re not replacing parts blindly.
Hydraulic Suspension & Leveling Systems
Some vehicles use hydraulic suspension or hydraulic leveling/assist components to manage ride height and control. If you notice leaks, harsh ride, slow response, or warning messages, we can inspect the system and confirm the cause. Service may include:
- Hydraulic leak inspection (lines, fittings, cylinders/actuators)
- Component performance checks and system operation verification
- Electrical and control diagnosis for pump/valve operation (as equipped)
- Ride height and response evaluation under real-world conditions
Suspension Repair Near You
If you’re searching for suspension repair near me, air ride suspension repair in Angola, IN, or shock and strut service, call (260)665-5165. We’ll schedule an inspection, confirm the cause, and get your ride and handling back where it should be.
Suspension Service FAQs
How do I know if I need shocks or struts?
Common signs include bouncing after bumps, longer stopping distance, nose dive during braking, uneven tire wear (cupping), and a harsh or unstable ride. We confirm wear with an inspection and road test before recommending replacement.
Why does my vehicle clunk when going over bumps?
Clunks often come from worn sway bar links/bushings, ball joints, control arm bushings, strut mounts, or loose hardware. We locate the source so the repair solves the noise rather than masking it.
Is it safe to drive with a sagging air ride system?
Sagging can affect handling and tire wear, and a leaking system can overwork the compressor and create larger repairs. If your vehicle sits low, leans, or the compressor runs frequently, schedule service to prevent additional damage.




