Q: I have a question about struts. The dealer gave me a quote of more than $1,800 to replace the front struts on my four-cylinder 2001 Toyota Camry. Yikes! The independent shops are pretty steep, too.

Have you noticed a little too much bounce when you drive your car over bumps? Get out and push down on each corner of the car. If it bounces more than once or twice, it's time to replace the shocks or ...